HUDSON MORGAN WILLIAMS SOLICITORS

International
Aviation Law
Conference

ISTANBUL

EVENT SCHEDULE

Two days of insight, discussion and networking

Feriye, Istanbul
THU 05 NOV 2026

Gala Dinner

INVITATION ONLY
  • 18:00 – 23:00
  • Feriye, Istanbul
  • Cocktail Attire

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Çırağan Palace Kempinski
FRI 06 NOV 2026

Conference Day

  • 08:30 – 18:00
  • Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Istanbul
  • Business Attire
  • €250 per attendee
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Keynote Speaker

Mr Salvatore Sciacchitano

Former President of the ICAO Council, 2020–2025 · Goodwill Ambassador of ICAO
Mr Salvatore Sciacchitano
ICAO Council President2020 – 2025
ECAC Executive SecretaryEuropean Civil Aviation Conference
Deputy Director General, ENACItalian Civil Aviation Authority
Net‑Zero CO₂ GoalAdopted under his tenure
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INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Speakers

Leading aviation law experts, in-house counsel, regulators and industry pioneers from around the world.

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Programme


Explore a carefully curated programme of keynote presentations, expert panel discussions and networking opportunities, bringing together leading aviation law professionals from around the world.
Conference Day · 6 November 2026
08:30 – 09:10
Registration & Welcome Coffee
09:10 – 09:20
Opening Remarks

Senior Partner welcome and framing of the day ahead.

09:20 – 10:20
Panel 1 · The Future of Aviation Law & the Role of Arbitration Courts

The growing role of arbitration; aircraft lease and financing disputes; aviation insurance and liability claims; regulatory and operational disputes; contract enforcement and risk allocation.

PanellistsTo be announced
10:20 – 11:20
Panel 2 · Sanctions and Their Impact on Aviation

Commercial and operational consequences of sanctions; impact on aircraft leasing and finance; disputes arising from sanctions; compliance frameworks; jurisdictional challenges; managing geopolitical risk.

PanellistsTo be announced
11:20 – 12:20
Panel 3 · How AI Will Shape the Future of Aviation

Will AI replace traditional aviation roles? Liability for AI-related operational failures; insurance implications; international regulatory frameworks; biometric technology and smart airports; AI in air traffic management; AI-assisted flight planning.

PanellistsTo be announced
12:20 – 13:50
Networking Lunch
13:50 – 14:10
Keynote SpeechKeynote

Mr Salvatore Sciacchitano · President of the ICAO Council, 2020–2025.

14:10 – 15:10
Panel 4 · The Future Integration of Drones into Global Airspace

Will drones reshape global transportation? Drones in defence and border security; ATM and unmanned systems; passenger drones and autonomous air mobility; public acceptance and safety; cargo and delivery; insurance and liability.

PanellistsTo be announced
15:10 – 16:10
Panel 5 · Making Aviation More Cost-Effective: Smart Airports & Cost-Effective Airlines

Sustainable and cost-effective aviation strategies; airline financing and cost management; low-cost carrier business models and trends; AI and automation in airline efficiency.

PanellistsTo be announced
16:10 – 17:10
Panel 6 · New Trends: Urban Air Mobility (UAM), eVTOL

How will aviation law adapt to the rise of air taxi operations and advanced air mobility? Certification; licensing; airspace integration; vertiport regulation; pilot requirements; autonomous operations; passenger rights; carrier liability; insurance; product liability; safety oversight; accident investigation; noise regulation; environmental compliance; public acceptance.

PanellistsTo be announced
17:10 – 17:20
Closing Remarks

Key take-aways and thanks, with an invitation to the reception.

17:20 – 18:00
Networking

An opportunity for delegates to meet the panellists in a relaxed setting to close the day.

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