18th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium: Uniting Aviation Innovators for Sustainable Flight
Key Ideas
- The 18th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium will gather over 40 global electric aircraft developers and experts in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, to discuss aviation innovations.
- The event, hosted by the Vertical Flight Society, will feature 12 panel discussions covering various topics such as international developments, test technology, and hydrogen-electric propulsion.
- To promote youth engagement, students can attend the symposium for $75 by joining VFS, while other attendees have the option to participate in person or online at different registration costs.
- Since 2007, EAS has provided a platform for more than 450 aviation innovators to share insights, with this year's focus on inspiring the next generation of sustainable flight technology.
The 18th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium, hosted by the Vertical Flight Society, is set to bring together over 40 electric aircraft developers and technology experts in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Scheduled for July 20-21, 2024, the symposium will take place both online and in person, just before the Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 event. Attendees can look forward to engaging with industry and government experts through 12 panel discussions covering a wide range of topics, including international developments, flight training, test technology, eVTOL advancements, and US government initiatives in aviation. Of particular interest will be discussions on propulsion technologies like batteries, electric motors, hybrid-electric, and hydrogen-electric systems, reflecting the industry's push towards sustainable aviation. The event aims to inspire the next generation of aviation innovators, with a special discount offered to students allowing them to participate for $75 after joining VFS. Registration costs for other attendees vary based on VFS membership and speaker status. With a rich history of hosting aviation pioneers, EAS continues its legacy of fostering collaboration and innovation within the electric aircraft sector, providing a platform for knowledge-sharing and networking among industry professionals.