VAI Air Tour Safety Conference

October 6-7, 2026

Vertical Aviation International (VAI)

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, USA

Join us for the VAI Air Tour Safety Conference 2026!

This two-day event brings together air tour industry operators, regulators, OEMs, and other safety stakeholders to address today’s most pressing safety challenges in vertical aviation.

Registration Opening in July 2026

Why Attend?

You’ll get a refreshing mix of honest testimonials and deep insights from industry professionals and take part in hands-on sessions. You’ll walk away with practical tools and leading practices to strengthen your organization’s safety posture. Key topics include:

  • Safety culture and operational risk management
  • 2027 SMS mandate
  • Safety information sharing
  • Safety-enhancing technologies, maintenance human factors, and OEM perspectives
  • Accident prevention, investigation, and recommendations
  • Emergency planning, response, and communications strategies

Who Should Attend?

Key stakeholders in the air tour industry: this event is for you!

  • Operators (Part 135 & 91.147)
  • Decision makers & Directors
  • Pilots
  • Aviation mechanics/engineers
  • Trainers
  • Regulators
  • Safety and OEM reps.

This event has vital information for you to learn and share.   

Learn More About the Program – Coming Soon!

Hotel Information

Hyatt Regency Orange County

Rate: $169
Cut Off: September 13, 2026

Exhibiting/Sponsorship

Contact a member of VAI’s Customer Experience Team at Sales@verticalavi.org or +1 352-388-7031 for information about exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities.

Questions?

Please email any questions about the event to VAI-events@verticalavi.org.