CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

The 2026 Conference Schedule

MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026

10:00 AM

Optional Golf | Golf Five O Fore Golf + Entertainment
Kick off the conference with an optional golf outing. Separate registration required.

12:00 PM

Doors Open | Registration & Networking
Check in, visit with exhibitors, and connect with fellow attendees before the program begins.

1:00 PM

Welcome | Opening Address
Official conference welcome and opening remarks.

2:00 PM

State Leadership Welcome
Welcome from Louisiana leadership and remarks on the importance of aviation across the state.

2:30 PM

Louisiana Legislative Panel
After a quick Aviation Day recap, a panel of Louisiana legislators will discuss issues affecting airports, aviation, and economic development across the state.

3:45 PM

Louisiana's Aviation Workforce Pipeline
A statewide look at what’s in place, what’s coming, and what Louisiana needs to build the aviation workforce of the future.

4:30 PM

Monday Program Concludes | Exhibitor Networking & Free Time
Visit with exhibitors, continue conversations, or enjoy some free time before the evening events.

5:00 PM

Welcome Cocktail Reception with Exhibitors
Join us for cocktails, networking, and time with our conference exhibitors before we head to the evening entertainment.

7:00 PM

Riverboat City of New Orleans Cruise
Experience New Orleans from the Mississippi River with an evening aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS. Boarding begins at 6:30 PM.

10:00 PM

Hospitality Suite Open
Keep the evening going with drinks and casual networking in the LAMA Hospitality Suite until midnight.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2026

8:00 AM

Exhibit Hall Opens | Breakfast with Exhibitors
Start the morning with breakfast and networking in the Exhibit Hall.

9:00 AM

Morning Kick-Off
Welcome and overview of the day ahead.

9:15 AM

LIFTOff: What’s next for Louisiana Advanced Air Mobility?
An introduction to Louisiana’s role in the FAA’s eIPP program and the state’s work to explore the future of advanced air mobility.

10:15 AM

Morning Networking Break

10:30 AM

The Airport-FBO Relationship: Expectations on Both Sides
A practical discussion on expectations, communication, and building successful airport–FBO partnerships.

11:30 AM

Annual Awards Luncheon
Celebrate this year’s LAMA award recipients and accomplishments across Louisiana aviation.

1:00 PM

DC Legislative Update | FAA HQ Panel
Updates on federal aviation policy, priorities, and issues affecting airports.

2:00 PM

Presentation on Grants by LA DOTD Aviation
Updates on Louisiana airport grants, funding programs, and key considerations.

2:30 PM

Afternoon Networking Break

2:45 PM

Connecting Airports & Communities
Practical ways airports can strengthen community relationships, demonstrate their value, and build support for airport development.

3:30 PM

Changing of the Guard | Bringing GA Airports into the New Generation
A candid conversation about new leadership, modernization, and the next generation of Louisiana’s GA airports.

4:15 PM

Everyone is a Risk Manager
A practical look at managing and reducing risks facing airports and their operations.

5:00 PM

Exhibitor Networking | Free Time
Visit with exhibitors or enjoy some free time before the evening event.

6:15 PM

Walk to Sazerac House
Meet up with fellow attendees in the Grand Foyer for the walk to the evening event.

6:30 PM

Sazerac House Costume Party
Join LAMA for cocktails, costumes, and Halloween fun at Sazerac House.

10:00 PM

Hospitality Suite Open
Keep the evening going with drinks and casual networking in the LAMA Hospitality Suite.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2026

8:00 AM

Exhibit Hall Opens | Breakfast with Exhibitors
Start the morning with breakfast and networking in the Exhibit Hall.

9:00 AM

FAA | State of the Industry & Regional Update
An update from the FAA on the state of the aviation industry, current priorities, and issues affecting airports.

10:30 AM

Louisiana Aviation | State Priorities & Program Update
An update on Louisiana’s aviation program, statewide priorities, and what airports should be watching in the year ahead.

11:30 AM

Lunch Pick-Up | LAMA Membership Meeting & Lunch
Grab lunch as we recognize our sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, and attendees and recap the conference. Fuel tax update followed by the annual LAMA Membership Meeting.

1:00 PM

Conference Adjournment
Official conclusion of the 55th Annual LAMA Conference.

2:00 PM

Optional Airport Tour | Behind the Scenes at MSY
Stick around after the conference for an optional behind-the-scenes tour of Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. 

Space is limited and advance sign-up is required. A tour registration link will be available on the conference registration page.

Thank you to our 2026 LAMA Conference Sponsors.

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