2026 NECAS Conference

Presented by:

Air Show Operations Primer Friday, January 30th

Back for another year of training the Air Show Operations Primer is a great resource for shows to develop volunteers who are ready to take a deeper dive into the operations and planning of an air show.

What did the attendees think of the training?

Very detailed information and the speakers were approachable.

I appreciated the extensive and explicit marketing discussions

Click here to learn more about ASOP 2026!

NECAS Conference Friday- Sunday, January 30- February 1

The 2026 NECAS Conference Planning Committee has put together a tremendous networking focused event that will give you an opportunity to learn more and network with other industry professionals. If you have a topic you’d like us to consider adding to the training send us an email!

Location:

Niagara Falls Convention Center

Cost:

$200 per person, which includes 5 meals, 2 drinks at each of the Networking Socials, and your 2026 NECAS Membership

Register Here!

Accommodations:

Lodging will be available at the discounted NECAS rate a the Sheraton Niagara Falls, NY

Logistics:

When: Friday night Welcome Networking Session January 30, at 1800

Where: Conference activities at the Niagara Falls Convention Center

Lodging: Sheraton Niagara Falls, NY

Conference Registration: $200 (includes 2026 membership application fee*)

ASOP Registration: $150 for ASOP only

ASOP and Conference Registration Together: $300 for both! Come to ASOP and stay for NECAS Conference!

Schedule

Friday 1/30 1:00 pm Registration & Exhibitor Set Up
- Registration will be in the Niagara Falls Convention Center
- Members who asked for a FREE Exhibition Table can set up at the Niagara Falls Convention Center until 5:00 pm
Friday 1/30 at 6:00 PM Welcome Happy Hour(s?) & Networking Session in the Grand Ballroom of the Niagara Falls Convention Center!
- Sponsored by Mess Officer – Explosive Touch Enterprises, LLC
Saturday, 1/31 at 7:30 am Breakfast – with Omelet Stations and more!
- Sponsored by Mess Officer – Military Aviation Museum
Saturday 9:00 am AGM & Opening Session in Grand Ballroom of NFCC
Schedule to be finalized:
- Facetime with 8 minute sessions will start off the day immediately following the initial business meeting!
  - Based on attendee feedback this will give participants the balance of the weekend to continue networking with each other in a more meaningful manner.
- Break-Out Sessions for Event Organizers (by country), Performers, and Support Service Providers
- Military asset availability
  - Opportunity to network with representatives from USAF ACC, USAF AETC, 1CAD, FAA, and Transport Canada
- The Night Show Only Business Model Update
- ICAS Update
- Hive-mind session- “Who’ll stop the rain?”
  - How is the changing climate changing our business and what do we need to consider?
Saturday, 6:30 pm Networking Cocktail Hour in the Cataract Room at the NFCC
Saturday, 7:30 pm NECAS Annual Banquet in the Cataract Room at the NFCC followed by entertainment and advanced networking!
Sunday, 7:30-9:00 am Breakfast and Annual General Meeting Wrap-Up in the Cataract Room at the NFCC
Sunday, 9:00 am Leadership and the Culture of Your Team– Hive-Mind Practicum and One-on-One time with Government Representatives
Sunday 10:30 am Event Closing and 2027 Give Away– Must Be Present to Win!

Registration Is Open!

Register for 2026 Conference and ASOP Here!

*All membership applications for NECAS are to be reviewed by the region’s Membership Committee. The Membership Committee shall evaluate applications based on the applicant’s experience and current or planned involvement in the air show community. Additionally, the Membership Committee shall consider whether the applicant has engaged in any actions which may conflict with the region’s objectives or interests or violate its bylaws or ethics policy.

Decisions made by the Membership Committee and endorsed by the region’s Board of Directors are final and may not be appealed.