Driving advancements in technology, automation, and operations to shape the skies of tomorrow. Explore the latest innovations in air traffic management, focusing on how AI, and cutting-edge technology can enhance performance, efficiency, safety, and capacity in airspace operations.

Creating efficient and eco-friendly airspace management solutions. Discover new approaches to airspace design, route optimisation, and dynamic airspace management. Discuss how concepts such as trajectory-based operations, free route airspace, and collaborative decision-making contribute to more efficient and flexible ATM operations while supporting global climate goals through innovative practices and operational efficiency.

Paving the way for the integration and growth of AAM operations. Join our speakers as we explore the evolving landscape of Advanced Air Mobility and its integration into our skies. Discover and discuss the pathway to AAM, along with the technical enablers, challenges, opportunities, and regulatory frameworks needed to enable seamless regional and urban air mobility.

Enhancing digital frameworks, seamless data sharing, and robust security in aviation. Explore how digitalization, in-time information sharing, and cybersecurity are transforming the aviation industry. Discuss the measures needed to protect sensitive data and infrastructure, ensuring a resilient and efficient airspace management system. Understand how these advancements support both current and future aviation operations.

Leveraging cutting-edge technologies and innovative practices to enhance safety and strengthen resilience in air traffic management. Discuss global collaborations, technologies, and best practices that ensure safe airspace operations. Building resilience to disruptions and unforeseen events in Air Traffic Management is more important than ever. Explore strategies needed to maintain operational performance, minimise downtime, and swiftly recover from disruptions.

Build a cohesive aviation community and forge partnerships to promote STEM education among diverse candidates. Enhance training, recruitment, diversity, and inclusion efforts. Anticipate future skill needs and define career paths. Focus on building a collaborative and vibrant aviation ecosystem while preparing the future workforce with the skills needed for tomorrow’s challenges. Integrate the workforce into tomorrow’s vision by ensuring continuous professional development and creating pathways for growth and innovation within the industry.

Explore the transformative impact of drone commercial applications on our society. The rise of drones in managed airspace represents one of the most significant changes in ATM since the development of civil aviation. Delve into the opportunities and challenges of integrating drones into today’s airspace. Discuss their wide-ranging applications, from delivery services to infrastructure inspection, and examine the regulations, safety measures, and technological advancements needed for the harmonious coexistence of drones and manned aircraft.

This focus area addresses the anticipated growth in higher airspace operations driven by technological and engineering advancements. We will discuss the development of globally applicable rules and guidance to ensure the safe, secure, and sustainable development of civil aviation operations in higher airspace. Where these aerospace vehicles transit through controlled airspace, prioritised action is necessary to support the growth of this industry while ensuring the safety and efficiency of existing traffic networks. We will outline the near-term efforts and long-term initiatives needed to support these advancements.