WAI Conferences
In March 1990, 150 people gathered for the first Women in Aviation Conference in Prescott, Arizona, on the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University campus.
No one knew what to expect at that first conference, but after a weekend of networking, it was clear there was a need for more women in the aviation industry. Soon, the conference became an annual event, and in December 1994, Women in Aviation International was established as a professional, non-profit organization.
In 2024, WAI marked 35 years of coming together and held one of its largest and most successful annual gatherings March 21-23, in Orlando, Florida, at the Orlando World Center Resort & Convention Center. WAI2024 delivered numerous opportunities to network, mentor, and share the trademark positive energy found at our annual conference. Our members make WAI the passionate, dynamic organization it is, and the future is bright as we make plans to gather for the 36th Annual WAI Conference March 27-29, 2025, in Denver, Colorado.
In 2024:
- A total attendance of more than 5,200 from around the world.
- The exhibit hall hosted over 200 separate companies and organizations representing all aspects of the aviation community.
- A total of 131 scholarships were distributed to WAI members at every stage of life for both academic use, lifestyle enhancement, and flight training including type ratings. Since 1995, more than $15 million has been awarded in scholarships.
- The WAI chapter network reached 180 global chapters in 26 countries worldwide representing 140 U.S. chapters and 40 international chapters.
CONFERENCE
2025 Women in Aviation International Conference
2024 Women in Aviation International Conference
Future Dates for the Women in Aviation International Conference
March 27-29, 2025
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
Denver, Colorado
March 19-21, 2026
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
Grapevine, Texas