International Summit for Aviation Training

Exhibition & Conference for Industry Decision-Makers

Middle East • Africa • India

ISAT 2026 – Conference Programme is Taking Shape

Aug 17, 2026 | News

The Programme Continues to Grow

The Dubai International Summit for Aviation Training (ISAT) is bringing together the organisations shaping the future of aviation training across the Middle East, India and Africa.

Designed as a dedicated B2B exhibition and conference, ISAT connects airlines, Approved Training Organisations (ATOs), regulators, OEMs, simulator manufacturers, technology providers, universities and recruitment specialists for two days of networking, knowledge sharing and business development.

With more than 2,000 attendees already registered, the conference programme and exhibition continue to grow, attracting leading organisations from across the aviation training ecosystem.iness.

Pilot Training & Workforce Forum

Following strong industry demand, ISAT is expanding its conference programme with a dedicated forum addressing one of aviation’s greatest challenges:

Training, recruiting and developing the next generation of aviation professionals.

Topics include

  • Pilot Training & Cadet Programmes
  • Instructor Development & Retention
  • Workforce Planning & Recruitment
  • CBTA & EBT
  • AI & Digital Learning
  • Business Aviation Training
  • Maintenance & Technical Training
  • Future Aviation Careers

Conference Programme

The conference programme is currently being finalised, and we are still welcoming a limited number of industry experts through our Call for Papers.

As an exhibitor, you also have the opportunity to:

  • Present a conference session
  • Participate in an expert panel discussion
  • Position your organisation as a thought leader

Subject to Conference Committee approval.

Why exhibit at ISAT?

Access Growth. Engage Decision-Makers. Scale Your Business.

ISAT provides direct access to one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation training markets.

Highlights

✔ 2,000+ attendee registrations already confirmed

✔ Representatives from 160+ airlines and 50+ Approved Training Organisations

✔ Senior decision-makers from the Middle East, India and Africa

✔ Dedicated Business Matchmaking Programme

✔ Fully equipped booths from USD 3,000

The Market Opportunity

According to Boeing’s latest Pilot & Technician Outlook, commercial aviation will require by 2045:

  • 674,000 new pilots
  • 728,000 maintenance technicians
  • More than 1 million cabin crew

The Middle East, India and Africa will be among the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets, driving significant investment in aviation training, simulation, digital learning and workforce development.

ISAT is where the organisations shaping this future come together.

Join the industry leaders

We would be delighted to welcome your organisation to ISAT 2026.
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