Co-organised by Hong Kong International Aviation Academy, the LAE Forum will take a deeper look into the sector. Industry leaders and stakeholders will talk about the latest development progress and prospects we can expect in the low-altitude economy in the Greater Bay Area, Mainland China and beyond. Speakers will also deliberate on the diverse range of challenges in the face of the ongoing LAE development, ranging from regulatory harmonization, infrastructural and technological considerations, commercial viability, safety, sustainability, etc.
The LAE in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) has evolved over a short period of time. Its rapid development has turned the niche sector into a key economic pillar. Hear panellists representing different sectors share about the progress of pilot projects at hand, initiatives in the pipeline and other prospects on the horizon
As the Asia-Pacific region experiences unprecedented growth in air travel demand, greenfield airport developments and intermodal transportation hubs are becoming critical to meeting future capacity needs. This leadership panel brings together senior executives from major greenfield airport projects and established aviation hubs across India and Australia to explore the challenges, innovations, and strategic approaches to building next-generation aviation infrastructure.
International airport operators entering Asian markets face unique cultural integration imperatives—balancing global best practices with local stakeholder expectations and regulatory frameworks. As catalysts for national aviation enhancement, airport operators must accelerate development processes efficiently while navigating complex public-private partnerships, community engagement protocols, and workforce localization requirements. Our panelists will examine how greenfield projects are embedding cultural intelligence into master planning, procurement strategies, and operational readiness programs to deliver infrastructure that serves both immediate capacity demands and long-term economic development objectives across diverse Asia-Pacific markets.
The panellists will deliberate on the diverse range of challenges and considerations which need to be addressed for LAE development to progress further. The full spectrum of challenges may range from regulatory harmonization, infrastructural, technological, commercial viability, safety, sustainability, etc.
This panel discussion will explore strategies for building resilient airports, including green performance, future-proofing, and a human-centric passenger experience. Bringing together expertise in airport design and master planning, the conversation will focus on strengthening climate and operational flexibility, implementing adaptive designs that treat terminals and airport systems as adaptable platforms rather than fixed assets, and enabling scalable infrastructure to support future growth. It will also examine how technology and thoughtful wayfinding can enhance the passenger experience by enabling intuitive, stress-free movement through the terminal.
Join Dr. Neo Kok Beng, CEO of NEO Aeronautics, in conversation with Dan Sloat, Global AAM Leader of the Year 2026, as they unveil the groundbreaking progress of the Crimson S8 eVTOL and share the bold vision for transforming US aviation accessibility. Don't miss this exclusive insight into next-generation aerospace innovation.
This panel examines the divergent pathways shaping Low Altitude Economy advancement across hemispheres.
- With Hong Kong nurturing 38+ eVTOL sandbox projects and the Greater Bay Area deploying LAE infrastructure at unprecedented velocity, how do Eastern and Western certification frameworks, regulatory philosophies, and operational deployment strategies compare?
- What lessons can aviation stakeholders extract from Asia's rapid-iteration approach versus traditional Western airworthiness protocols?
Our expert panelists will decode the technical, regulatory, and commercial factors driving LAE maturation in both markets, offering actionable intelligence for operators navigating cross-border eVTOL certification and route development. Discover how the Greater Bay Area's accelerated timeline is reshaping global AAM expectations and creating new benchmarks for urban air mobility deployment
Join us for a fireside chat about airport technology and aviation security solutions. This conversation will explore the critical challenges of protecting digital infrastructure and data in today's hyper-connected airport environments, sharing insights on implementing robust cybersecurity frameworks that safeguard mission-critical systems and sensitive passenger data against evolving digital threats.
Technology and AI development are progressing rapidly. The aviation industry is looking at ways to adopt such newer technologies and AI capabilities to enhance capacity, efficiency, productivity, and passenger experience. Don’t miss the opportunity to join our panel of aviation security experts discuss how latest technology and AI capabilities can help transform aviation security. They will also share their concerns and challenges in such adoption.
The Aviation Week Advanced Air Mobility Awards 2026, held in association with the STE Low Altitude Economy Forum, recognizes excellence across the global AAM ecosystem. Now in its second year, the awards celebrate the innovations, organizations, and leaders advancing the sector from pioneering trials to commercial operations. Evaluated by an independent panel of industry leaders, regulators, and technical specialists, the awards honor achievements in technology development, commercial deployment, infrastructure enablement, public engagement, and policy advancement.
