Airports will take on Capitol Hill for the 2026 ACI-NA/AAAE Washington Legislative Conference. This two day conference will give airport industry leaders the opportunity to hear directly from members of Congress, administration officials, and Capitol Hill staff about what the airport industry can expect from Washington in the year ahead. Don’t miss your chance to meet with your members of Congress as we gear up to advance airport priorities in 2026.

Who Should Attend

Any professional interested in learning about aviation trends or meeting industry leaders, including:

  • Airport Directors
  • Legislative Affairs Committee Members
  • Airport Commissioners
  • Airport Operators

Registration Information

Online registration is now open. Please click the link above to register.

ACI-NA/AAAE Member: 

Early-Bird Registration
(Until January 30)

$740

Regular Registration
(After January 30)

$840

Non-Member:

Early-Bird Registration
(Until January 30)

$965

Regular Registration
(After January 30)

$1,065

U.S./Canadian Federal Gov’t:

Early-Bird Registration
(Until January 30)

$390

Regular Registration
(After January 30)

$390

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be sent to meetings@airportscouncil.org no later than January 30, 2026. Registration fees are refundable but subject to a $100 administrative fee. Refunds will be credited back to the original payment method within 14 business days. No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received after January 30, 2026.

Hotel Information

480 L’Enfant Plaza SW
Washington, DC 20024

ACI-NA has reserved rooms at the Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf. The discounted hotel rate for the traditional room type is $365 USD for single/double occupancy per night plus applicable taxes. Other category/view room types are available at a higher rate.

The last day to reserve your room at the discounted rate is Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Rooms may sell out at the discounted rate before the booking deadline. We encourage you to reserve your room early.

Guarantee & Cancellation Policy: All reservations will be guaranteed for the first night’s room and tax. Cancellations made prior to 24 hours of arrival will not be charged.

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