About this expo
The ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition serves as the leading annual event for Airports Council International - North America (ACI-NA). This gathering is designed to provide airport professionals with opportunities for education, networking, and engagement with an industry exhibition. The 2026 edition is scheduled to take place from September 14-17, 2026, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, United States, with Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) acting as the host.
This event is anticipated to attract over 2,000 airport professionals from more than 200 airports. The target audience includes airport executives, operations managers, planners, and technology and service providers catering to the North American airport industry. Key exhibit sectors encompass airport operations and infrastructure, business IT and technology, environmental affairs, finance and legal affairs, and safety, planning, and development.
Organized by ACI-NA, the trade association representing commercial service airports in the United States and Canada, the conference program for 2026 will feature five specialized committee workshop tracks. Attendees will also benefit from a keynote address delivered by Heather "Lucky" Penney, Director of Studies and Research at the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies.
Highlights
5 items- Expected attendance: Over 2,000 airport professionals (2026)
- Representing 200+ airports (2026)
- AUMA listed
- Venue: Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia
- Features five specialized committee workshop tracks and a keynote (2026)
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does the ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition take place?+
The event is scheduled for September 14-17, 2026, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, United States.
Who organizes the ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition?+
The event is organized by Airports Council International - North America (ACI-NA), the trade association for commercial service airports in the United States and Canada.
What industries and products are covered at this exhibition?+
The exhibition covers airport operations and infrastructure, business IT and technology, environmental affairs, finance and legal affairs, and safety, planning, and development. It targets airport executives, operations managers, planners, and technology and service providers.
How can I attend or participate in the ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition?+
Registration is available through the ACI-NA conference portal. Sponsorship opportunities are also offered. Please visit the official website for comprehensive registration and participation details.
What are the key deadlines for participation in the 2026 event?+
The early bird registration deadline for 2026 is June 18, 2026. The deadline for sponsorship opportunities is August 7, 2026.