October 14 - October 16, 2026

Hilton Rosemont/Chicago O'Hare
5500 N. River Rd.
Rosemont, IL 60018

 

GLC-AAAEs Airports Conference is attended by 150 industry professionals specializing in airport operations, maintenance and planning. With specialized breakout tracks and hands-on workshops, this event offers a prime opportunity to engage with those on the frontlines of our region’s airports.

Registration is now open!

Environmental Workshop on Wednesday ONLY – $455
Leadership Development Workshop (Add on) - $100 - Limited Spots!
Member Rate - Airports Conference on Thursday and Friday ONLY – $715
Non-Member Rate - Airports Conference on Thursday and Friday ONLY – $765
Member Rate - Environmental Workshop AND Airports Conference – $1035
Non-Member Rate - Environmental Workshop AND Airports Conference – $1090
Student Rate for Airports Conference – $385

Register Now!

 

Hear presentations from your peers from around the country regarding their experience and methods of dealing with an expanded presentation of airport issues. This conference features general sessions as well as breakouts focusing on airport maintenance, operations and planning. 

Visit with exhibitors representing all facets of airfield maintenance, operations and planning.

The first 10 first-time attendees to register for the full conference are eligible to attend the Leadership Workshop at no cost. Please contact [email protected] to see if you are eligible! 

Book your stay to Airports Conference!

Attendees may reserve their hotel accommodations using either of the following methods:

  • Online: Book your room using the 2026 Airports Conference reservation link, below.
  • By Phone: Call 1-888-452-6943 and reference the group block code "GLC."

Reservations must be made by Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 11:59 PM CST to receive the group rate, subject to room availability.

Please note that each guest is responsible for their own room charges, taxes, and incidental expenses.

Click here to book your stay to Airports Conference!

 

Sponsor and Exhibitor Packages are Available!

Click here to register as an exhibitor.

Click here to learn more about our sponsorship packages and click here to register as a sponsor of Airports Conference!

 

Thank You to Our Airport Conference Sponsors!