Women in Aviation International Conference
The largest gathering of women in aviation worldwide. Three days of professional development, scholarship awards, exhibit floor, and the world's most concentrated female-aviator networking event.
What to expect
Quick facts
Dates
March 19–21, 2026
Location
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
Grapevine, United States
Estimated attendance
~5,000
Exhibitors
~200
Registration
from USD 525 full pass
Languages
EN
Regulatory focus
FAA
Also known as
WAI, WAI Conference, Women in Aviation International, WAI International
Who attends
Female pilots and aviation professionals at every career stage, aviation students, scholarship applicants, airline and operator recruiters, flight schools, A&Ps, ATCs, manufacturers, and male allies in aviation.
Why flight schools attend
Flight schools committed to expanding women in their student and CFI pipelines find WAI Conference uniquely valuable. The recruiting density is unmatched — airlines and operators do major-league hiring at WAI, and flight schools recruit both students (especially scholarship recipients) and CFIs. Schools also use WAI to evaluate scholarship and outreach partnership opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — WAI Conference is uniquely valuable for that goal. The recruiting density, scholarship recipients seeking placement, and partnership opportunities all directly support diversifying student and CFI pipelines.
WAI Conference runs annually in March, with the host city rotating between major US convention cities. The 2026 edition was held 19-21 March 2026 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth area).
WAI awards over $1 million in aviation scholarships annually across categories from initial flight training through type ratings and A&P certification. Schools partnering with WAI on scholarships gain access to highly-motivated students with funding already secured.
Listing last verified May 4, 2026 · Always confirm dates and registration via the official site.