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April 21-23, 2026 
Orlando, FL  USA

Curated Meet Ups

Join specialized micro-communities as they meet up for focused networking!


Wing Woman Program: Empowering Women in Aviation Maintenance

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Tuesday April 21

The Wing Woman meet-up program pairs women new to aviation maintenance with experienced professionals, creating valuable mentorship opportunities. Participants receive guided exhibition floor tours and industry insights, with a dedicated meet and greet event at the Go Live Theater. This initiative represents a significant step toward promoting diversity and inclusion in the traditionally male-dominated aviation maintenance industry.

The meet up will immediately follow the Go Live Panel Discussion: Women in Engineering – Female Leadership Stories

Female leaders and engineers share what inspired them to join the industry. Hear about their experiences training and their career progression leading to where they are today. This session will discuss their journeys to success within the industry, and how they continue to drive innovation within their organizations.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Tuesday April 21


Rising Stars Program: Nurturing the Next Generation

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Wednesday April 22

The Rising Stars program encourages established professionals to introduce colleagues under 30 with less than three years of experience to MRO Americas, offering free exhibition access with a special promotion code. Rising Stars can attend a dedicated networking event at the Go Live Theater, connecting with peers and industry leaders. This initiative bridges generational knowledge gaps while nurturing fresh talent and innovative thinking in the aviation maintenance sector.

Rising Star Program Eligibility & Benefits:

  • Professionals under 30 years old
  • New to the industry within the last 3 years
  • Exhibition Access: Free with valid promotion code and ID
  • Conference Access: Special discount with promotion code

The meet up will immediately follow the Go Live Panel Discussion: Training Spotlight - Voice of the Airline

Major US airlines are implementing innovative recruitment and talent attraction strategies to tackle ongoing workforce shortages. This session explores how these initiatives are strengthening the talent pipeline through targeted training and development. Hear about how airlines are cultivating new generations of aviation professionals while fostering engaging workplace cultures that inspire long-term careers within the MRO industry.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Wednesday April 23

Both Meet & Greets reflect our commitment to fostering growth, diversity, and innovation in the aviation maintenance sector. By facilitating mentorship and providing opportunities for newer professionals, these initiatives aim to enrich the MRO Americas experience and contribute to the industry's future.


Got an idea for a meet-up? 

Contact Jennifer Roberts at [email protected]