Conference Programme

Wednesday, 9 December 2026

• 09:10 - 09:20

  Presentation of the Colors (Honor Guard)

• 09:20 - 09:25

  Welcome Address

• 09:25 - 09:45

  Opening Remarks

  Hear more about why TakeOff North America 2026 is taking place in Rogers, Arkansas.

• 09:50 - 10:10

  Keynote address: Reflections on the Regional Market

  Natasha Marquez, Director of Communications, Regional Airline Association (RAA)

  Gain expert insight into the current state of the regional market and potential future trends that could shape its future direction and the route development landscape.

• 10:15 - 10:35

  Keynote address: State of the Airport Industry

  Paul Eubanks, Senior Director, Air Policy, Airports Council International - North America (ACI-NA)

• 10:50 - 11:15

  Panel discussion: Adapting Airport Strategies to Evolving Market Needs

  • Christina Cole, Senior Digital Aviation Strategist, Advance Aviation
  • Kayleigh Tarbet, Art Director, Advance Aviation
• 12:05 - 12:25

  State of the wider market and current challenges: Economic Outlook

  John Heimlich, VP & Chief Economist, Airlines for America (A4A)

  John Heimlich will explore how airlines are addressing rising ownership costs, aging fleets, maintenance bottlenecks, and economic pressures while remaining profitable. He will share insights into strategies for efficiency, sustainability, and long-term growth in the competitive aviation market of 2027.

Thursday, 10 December 2026

• 09:00 - 09:20

  Airline briefing: Air Canada

• 09:25 - 09:45

  Airline briefing