Training Calendar

Upcoming

Feb 11-13 2026
Virtual
Virtual
Airport Certified Employee (ACE) SMS is the most complete industry certification program designed to prepare participants for understanding Safety Management Systems as well as designing, planning, implementing, and maturing safety at an airport. The course material draws on decades of experience implementing SMS in a variety of industries and applies that experience to the unique world of airport operations.
February 25, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (ET) Daily
This course is tailored for new airport professionals and incoming public officials to enhance the individual’s understanding of the aviation story, industry leaders, airport management issues, current challenges faced by industry leaders and strategies for implementing sensible strategic plans or goals. It is designed to present new airport board members or commissioners, senior and mid-level airport executives, and entry level with a substantive and thoughtful review of the airport industry. This course also gives a capstone summary of the airport management environment from A-Z.
March 3-4, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m.-5 p.m. ET
Designed to establish a general knowledge base for airport professionals working in the airport Credentialing Office. The curriculum provides important history that helps a Trusted Agent better understand the security platform from which they now are required to work. The course focuses on understanding the complexities that have been continuously added to the requirements for vetting, issuing, tracking and auditing airport credentials and is based on Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations– 1542 series, and TSA Security Directives.
March 9-10, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m - 5 p.m. ET Daily
If you oversee the operations of airports and military airfields, then this virtual training is for you! Get a solid overview of 14 CFR Part 139 requirements and better understand the federal guidelines that affect the way your airport complies with regulations. The Basic ASOS Training is designed for individuals who are relatively new to airport operations, or have not attended a Basic ASOS before and are currently working in airport management, planning or operations.
March 23-26, 2026
In Person
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET Daily
The Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Finance course is an overview of the study materials designed to educate and challenge airport personnel with responsibilities for the financial operations at commercial service and general aviation airports or anyone interested in a related career.
April 6-10, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET Daily
The AAAE ACE GA certification program provides a comprehensive foundation for understanding how to govern, manage, operate, and develop general aviation airports. It equips aviation professionals with practical skills, industry best practices, and awareness of the diverse factors that influence airport operations—ranging from governance structures and funding sources to community support and legal obligations. Designed to promote continuous learning, the program emphasizes the unique and evolving nature of GA airports and prepares participants to adapt to industry trends and responsibilities across various airport roles
April 13-16, 2026
In Person
Bentonville, AR
ACE Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) is distinguished by focusing on response protocols and real-world applications, and not just regulatory authority. Response is the key driver for the curriculum. ACE LEO provides training in a uniformed and concise manner to law enforcement and security personnel to competently and confidently do their jobs as well as meet the requirements of 49 CFR 1542.217.
April 13-14, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET Daily
Advanced Schools are tailored for individuals who have either attended an earlier ASOS school, experienced one or more annual FAA Certification Inspections or have at least two years of experience in airport operations. The school has fewer prepared presentations, and more group Part 139 problem-solving exercises so that all attendees can actively participate in the proceedings. Participants are encouraged to discuss best management practices and lessons learned at their airports or from other experiences.
April 13-16, 2026
In Person
AAAE HQ
The ACE Airport Security Training Course provides a comprehensive review of the ACE Security 2022 modules in preparation for the 100 multiple choice examination on the last day of the course. The content of the body of knowledge contains a blend of U.S. and international regulatory advisory information that is intended to establish a baseline of aviation security knowledge for professionals working in this dynamic environment. This course includes a multiple choice final exam that must be passed with a 70% or higher in order to receive the ACE designation certification. This course meets CFR 49 Part 1542.3 (Airport Security Coordinator) and individuals who attend this review course will also receive the Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) certificate.
May 8, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET
Incident report writing is a critical skill to have as an airport operations officer a security officer or a police officer. Incident reports form the basis for a narrative of what occurred during a particular event. Along with incident reports, comes their close cousins, note taking, logbook entries and incident scene investigation and interviewing. In the aviation industry, there are certain reports that are required to be filed, such as aircraft accident or incident reports, and wildlife strike database reports.
June 1-4, 2026
In Person
Alexandria, VA
This course is designed especially for aviation professionals responsible for planning and environmental compliance at commercial service and general aviation airports and aviation-based companies. The certification is based on fundamental federal regulations and policies, research from aviation organizations and generally accepted planning and environmental practices. It explores the diverse components that make-up the airport, including airside and landside facilities, stakeholder participation, master planning, airport layout plan development, and environmental considerations.
January 5-8, 2026
In Person
San Francisco, CA
The ACE Airport Security Training Course provides a comprehensive review of the ACE Security 2022 modules in preparation for the 100 multiple choice examination on the last day of the course. The content of the body of knowledge contains a blend of U.S. and international regulatory advisory information that is intended to establish a baseline of aviation security knowledge for professionals working in this dynamic environment. This course includes a multiple choice final exam that must be passed with a 70% or higher in order to receive the ACE designation certification. This course meets CFR 49 Part 1542.3 (Airport Security Coordinator) and individuals who attend this review course will also receive the Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) certificate.
July 15, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET
This course is designed to help airports prepare for airfield construction projects and understand the implementation of airfield construction safety and phasing plans. Discussion will include the regulatory information provided in FAA Advisory Circular: Guidance for Construction Safety and Phasing Plans. The instructor will explore real world examples to help attendees understand how to meet the obligations for different types of projects and will provide examples for keeping the airfield environment safe during construction projects.
August 3-5, 2026
In Person
Alexandria, VA
Airport Certified Employee (ACE) SMS is the most complete industry certification program designed to prepare participants for understanding Safety Management Systems as well as designing, planning, implementing, and maturing safety at an airport. The course material draws on decades of experience implementing SMS in a variety of industries and applies that experience to the unique world of airport operations.
August 10-14, 2026
In Person
Alexandria, VA
A Part 139-based curriculum designed to educate and challenge airport personnel with airfield operations responsibilities or anyone interested in a related career.
August 17-20, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET Daily
The ACE Airport Security Training Course is now offered virtually and provides a comprehensive review of the ACE Security 2022 modules in preparation for the 100 multiple choice examination on the last day of the course. The content of the body of knowledge contains a blend of U.S. and international regulatory advisory information that is intended to establish a baseline of aviation security knowledge for professionals working in this dynamic environment. This course includes a multiple choice final exam that must be passed with a 70% or higher in order to receive the ACE designation certification. This course meets CFR 49 Part 1542.3 (Airport Security Coordinator) and individuals who attend this review course will also receive the Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) certificate.
October 26-27, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m - 5 p.m. ET Daily
If you oversee the operations of airports and military airfields, then this virtual training is for you! Get a solid overview of 14 CFR Part 139 requirements and better understand the federal guidelines that affect the way your airport complies with regulations. The Basic ASOS Training is designed for individuals who are relatively new to airport operations, or have not attended a Basic ASOS before and are currently working in airport management, planning or operations.
October 28-29, 2026
Virtual
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET Daily
Advanced Schools are tailored for individuals who have either attended an earlier ASOS school, experienced one or more annual FAA Certification Inspections or have at least two years of experience in airport operations. The school has fewer prepared presentations, and more group Part 139 problem-solving exercises so that all attendees can actively participate in the proceedings. Participants are encouraged to discuss best management practices and lessons learned at their airports or from other experiences.
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On Demand
Virtual
On Demand
The purpose of the Accreditation Program writing requirement is to demonstrate to the Board of Examiners (BOE) that executive candidates can write effectively on a topic relevant and significant to airport management. Two options for completing the Accreditation program writing requirement are the Management Paper and Case Study. This workshop was developed to assist candidates with the paper writing process and help them understand what the BOE defines as a successful paper.
On Demand
Virtual
On Demand
This course provides both operations and security personnel the necessary information and perspectives on the basics of securing a public-use airport.
On Demand
Virtual
On Demand
COVID-19 vaccines have started distribution, and normalcy is on the horizon. With that, however, comes a return to the risks of normal passenger traffic. Be prepared with this 2-day overview of emergency response, disaster preparedness and crisis management.
On Demand
Virtual
On Demand
Learn ways in which you can build the mental strength needed to handle psychologically taxing events such as global pandemics like COVID-19, threats, accidents or emergencies that can take place in the airport.
On Demand
Virtual
On Demand
Cover a variety of techniques and recommendations that address the unique operational challenges and responsibilities of the airport communication center dispatcher.
On Demand
Virtual
On Demand
Better understand how airports are financed and how the finance function of the airport performs the services that they provide. We'll cover the sources of revenue, how the budgeting process works and what to you need to know about audits.
On Demand
Virtual
On Demand
This two-part series provides an overview of the performance requirements for airport lighting fixtures and the function they perform.
On Demand
Virtual
On Demand
This course provides a basic understanding of the principles and techniques of escort operations with a primary focus on the impact to airport operations. Attendees will gain an understanding of basic escort operation principles and methodologies, how to integrate escorts into the airport security environment based on threat level, and best practices for how to mitigate the impact to airport operations.