CONFERENCE PROGRAM
STRATEGIC INSIGHTS FOR THE FUTURE OF AVIATION TRAINING
ISAT 2026 brings together decision-makers and practitioners from airlines, ATOs, ANSPs, OEMs, and regulators across the Middle East, Africa, and India to redefine how the aviation industry builds and scales skills, efficiently, safely, and sustainably.
Through expert panels, case-driven discussions, and interactive sessions, industry leaders explore the trends, technologies, and frameworks shaping the next era of aviation training.
From AI-driven learning to UAM readiness, ISAT turns global standards such as CBTA and ICAO 10056 into actionable strategies that participants can apply directly within their operations.
This is a conference built for teams who deliver aviation training, not just discuss it.
PROGRAM THEMES
1. Scaling the Aviation Workforce for MEA–India Growth
Building integrated talent pipelines for pilots, maintenance, ATC, and cabin crew across borders.
2. Investing in ATOs: Building the Backbone of Tomorrow’s Workforce
Exploring investment and funding models to expand aviation training capacity across the Global South.
3. ATO 2.0: Capacity, Quality & Instructor Development
Expanding ATO networks through hybrid delivery, standardized QA, and instructor excellence.
4. CBTA as the Training Backbone
Designing, implementing, and measuring competency-based training across all disciplines.
5. AI-Driven, Data-Rich Learning
Harnessing AI for predictive analytics, automated debriefs, and personalized learning.
6. Simulation, XR & Digital Twins at Scale
Scaling next-generation simulation and XR access across Africa, India, and the Middle East.
7. eVTOL & Urban Air Mobility Readiness
Defining pathways, licensing, and operational training for UAM and emerging air mobility models.
8. Modernizing Air Traffic Services Training
Preparing for digital towers, drone integration, and ICAO 10056-compliant ATS frameworks.
9. Regulatory Harmonization & Training Diplomacy
Bridging ICAO/EASA standards and regional CAA frameworks to enable cross-border licensing and mobility.
10. Connected Cockpit, Operations & Sustainability
Integrating data connectivity into flight operations and translating it into training and SOPs.
11. Attraction, Inclusion & Retention
Promoting Gen-Z engagement, women in aviation, and local talent retention strategies.
12. Training Quality Assurance & Audit Excellence712. Ab-Initio Cadet Pathways for Emerging Markets
Standardizing and scaling ab-initio models and partnerships for India, Africa, and GCC.
13. Rotary-Wing Training & Operations: Building Capacity for the Expanding Helicopter Market
Exploring the rapid growth of helicopter operations across MENA, Africa, and India, from civil and EMS to oil & gas how training standards, simulation technology, and ATO capacity can support fleet expansion.
14. Maintenance & Engineering Talent Acceleration
Upskilling the next generation of engineers with modern learning and certification models.
15. Financing, ROI & Time-to-Line
Re-thinking aviation training economics with outcome-based procurement and cadet-to-line models.
16. Regional Strategy Labs: India 2035 & Pan-African Coordination
Developing regional playbooks to harmonize licensing and mobilize investment.
17. Training Quality Assurance & Audit Excellence
Implementing integrated QA systems, data-driven oversight, and continuous compliance.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
- Benchmark insights from global aviation training leaders
- Concrete case studies and tools ready for implementation
- Networking with airlines, regulators, investors, and OEMs
- Strategies for AI, CBTA, and eVTOL integration
- Actionable frameworks to scale aviation workforce capacity
Contribute to shaping the next generation of aviation professionals through hands-on collaboration and applied learning.