Planning
Planning
Schedule at a Glance:
- Thursday, September 22
- 8 a.m. – 9 a.m.: Keynote Presentation
- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Airportfest Open
- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Exhibit Hall Open
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: AOPA Live
- 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Seminars
- 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 11:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Seminars
- 1 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Seminars
- 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.: Product Demos
- 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.: Seminars
- 4:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Movies at the CT Science Center, "Legends of Flight" and "Memphis Belle"
- 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.: A Night for Flight Event
- 8:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.: Movies at the CT Science Center, "Memphis Belle" and "Legends of Flight"
- Friday, September 23
- 8 a.m. – 9 a.m.: Keynote Presentation featuring FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt
- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Airportfest Open
- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Exhibit Hall Open
- 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: AOPA Live
- 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Seminars
- 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Seminars
- 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.: Luncheon
- 1 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Seminars
- 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.: Product Demos
- 3 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.: Seminars
- 4:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.: Dine Around Dinners
- 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Rock 'n Rally At Airportfest
- Saturday, September 24
- 8 a.m. – 9 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast at Convention Center
- 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Airportfest Open
- 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Exhibit Hall Open
- 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: AOPA Live
- 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Seminars
- 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Seminars
- 1 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Seminars
- 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: AOPA Learning Pavilion
- 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: Product Demos
- 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Closing Dinner at the New England Air Museum
To see the full AOPA Aviation Summit Schedule,click here.
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Exhibitor and Attendee Networking
AOPA is offering exhibitors and attendees the opportunity to meet one-on-one in an intimate environment away from the bustling show hall floor. Stay tuned for a list of participating exhibitors as well as dates, times, and locations.
Area Attractions
Hartford, Conn., is one of the oldest cities in New England, with plenty of dining, shopping, and exploration activities for the whole family. And it’s only a short drive from the New England Aviation Museum in Windsor Locks, Conn.
- New England Aviation Museum - AOPA Aviation Summit attendees will receive $3 off the general admission price by showing convention badge.
- Connecticut Science Center - AOPA Aviation Summit attendees will receive $2 off the general admission price by showing convention badge.
- Agave Grill - Preferred Restaurant of AOPA Aviation Summit: Show your AOPA Aviation Summit convention badge and receive a 10% discount on food. Friday Night Rock 'n Rally at Airportfest Participant
- Black-Eyed Sally's BBQ and Blues - Preferred Restaurant of AOPA Aviation Summit: Not only do they serve up the best BBQ this side of the Mississippi, Black Eyed Sally’s has built a national reputation for bringing in some of the best recording artists on the blues circuit today. Friday Night Rock 'n Rally at Airportfest Participant
- Dish Bar and Grill - Preferred Restaurant of AOPA Aviation Summit: Serving upscale interpretations of classic comfort foods and a large bar featuring live music and innovative cocktails, there is truly something for everyone. Summit attendees receive a 20% discount off entrees with convention badge.Friday Night Rock 'n Rally at Airportfest and Dine Around Participant
- Max Downtown - Preferred Restaurant of AOPA Aviation Summit: Enjoy lunch and dinner specials that change on a daily basis, as well as an extensive wine list and drink specials. Show your convention badge and order an entrée to receive a free dessert. Friday Dine Around Participant
- Morton's The Steakhouse - Preferred Restaurant of AOPA Aviation Summit: Nationally known for its steakhouses, Morton's offers a “Power Hour” for signature cocktails or Bar Bites. Friday Dine Around Participant
- The Polytechnic ON20 - Preferred Restaurant of AOPA Aviation Summit: Top of the mark fine fare, utilizing local, organic and fresh ingredients, and the most spectacular view of Hartford and the Connecticut River. Special AOPA Aviation Summit prix fixe 3-course luncheon for $25 (plus 20% service charge & tax) with convention badge. Friday Dine Around Participant
- Trumbull Kitchen - Preferred Restaurant of AOPA Aviation Summit: Globally eclectic, cross-cultural menu that emphasizes intense flavors and textures. Attendees can enjoy a 20% discount off of any entrée, upon displaying their badge at the time of order. Friday Dine Around Participant
- Vito's by the Park - Preferred Restaurant of AOPA Aviation Summit: Complete with a spectacular view of Hartford’s Bushnell Park, Vito’s By The Park offers traditional Italian dining within a unique setting with the Hartford downtown great nightlife. Summit attendees receive a 20% discount off any item, excluding alochol, with convention badge. Friday Night Rock 'n Rally at Airportfest and Dine Around Participant
- Wings Sports Bar and Grill - Preferred Restaurant of AOPA Aviation Summit:Located at Brainard Airport, home Airportfest, this local favorite has been serving up Aviators for years! Friday Night Rock 'n Rally at Airportfest Participant
- City of Hartford
- Greater Hartford Convention and Visitors Bureau
AOPA Aviation Summit Exhibit Hall Floor Plan
