Air Safety Organization Events
Regularly scheduled seminars, workshops, and forums provide ALPA experts the opportunity to collaborate with their peers at other pilot groups, as well as industry and government stakeholders.
Air Safety Forum
Audience: Members and the aviation community
When: Annually: September 14–17, 2026 (Omni Shoreham, Washington, D.C.)
About: The first day is individual ASO meetings and workshops all day; the second day is the Air Safety Forum and Awards Banquet; the third day is a townhall in the morning and individual ASO meetings and workshops in the afternoon; and the last day is individual ASO meetings and workshops all day.
The Air Safety Forum features experts from various safety, security, pilot assistance, and jumpseat disciplines who present information on a variety of topics. A registration fee is charged for non-ALPA members.
Aviation Jumpseat Forum
Audience: Jumpseat representatives
When: Annually, in conjunction with the Air Safety Forum: September 14-27, 2026 (Omni Shoreham, Washington, D.C.)
About: The first day is individual ASO meetings and workshops all day; the second day is the Air Safety Forum and Awards Banquet; the third day is a townhall in the morning and individual ASO meetings and workshops in the afternoon; and the last day is individual ASO meetings and workshops all day.
Aviation Security Forum
Audience: Members and the aviation security community at large
When: Annually, in conjunction with the Air Safety Forum: September 14-17, 2026 (Omni Shoreham, Washington, D.C.)
About: The first day is individual ASO meetings and workshops all day; the second day is the Air Safety Forum and Awards Banquet; the third day is a townhall in the morning and individual ASO meetings and workshops in the afternoon; and the last day is individual ASO meetings and workshops all day.
CIRP Chairs Meeting
Audience: Members, targeted to MEC CIRP chairs
When: Annually
About: This CIRP chairs’ meeting/training course is oriented toward helping CIRP chairs manage their committees and share information from their respective properties.
HIMS Advanced Topic Seminar
Audience: Members and nonmembers
When: Annually
About: Specifically tailored for individuals who have several years of experience in the HIMS programs within the aviation industry. ALPA's Aeromedical Office and Legal Department facilitate this event, which uses FAA contract funding.
HIMS Basic Education Seminar
Audience: Members and nonmembers
When: Annually
About: Presents information on identifying, treating, and rehabilitating pilots with substance use disorders.. ALPA’s Aeromedical Office and Legal Department facilitate this event, which uses FAA contract funding.
Aircrew Recovery Canada
Audience: Members and nonmembers
When: Annually
About: Presents information on identifying, treating, and rehabilitating pilots with a substance abuse problem.
Pilot Peer Symposium
Audience: All active and potential Pilot Assistance members
When: Annually
About: ALPA Pilot Assistance hosts a multiday Pilot Peer Symposium to introduce ALPA leadership and group volunteers to Pilot Assistance Group (Aeromedical, Critical Incident Response Program, Canadian Pilot Assistance, HIMS, Pilot Peer Support, and Professional Standards) activities, functions, and capabilities.
Training Programs Coordinator Workshop
Audience: ASO leadership and trainers, ALPA Engineering and Air Safety Department management and staff support
When: Annually
About: The Training Programs coordinator conducts this workshop with all ASO course directors and staff to review the training programs ALPA provides. It includes an administrative and academic areas as they pertain to the previous year and future activities of each course.
Featured Courses & Events
ALPA offers year-round training courses designed to empower our volunteers with the latest industry knowledge and skills.