After a year and a half of canceled or solely virtual conferences, the return to in-person attendance at the 93rd Annual American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Conference and Exposition was a welcome experience. Showcasing the resilience of the entire industry, airport and aviation executives gathered in Las Vegas to highlight the latest and greatest in innovative air travel technology.
Here are some of the top takeaways from the show:
The conference began with two VIPs thanking attendees and sharing some of their insights on the state of aviation. The first was Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak who spoke about the importance of airports for the successful operation of cities like Las Vegas who rely on the free movement that airplanes and airports provide.
Given the slowdown of travel during the pandemic, Sisolak encouraged participants to continue working on bringing back air travel safely and celebrated the work that has already been done.
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