Join us in Vienna, AustriaOn-site event Autumn/Spring 2026 in Vienna, Austria, co-hosted by Austrian Airlines
(source: Diego Delso) As you no doubt have heard, the geopolitical situation in the Middle East has forced us to move our conference's Spring event from April to October. Life in Dubai has returned to normality, but unfortunately the conflict is still not fully resolved. So we took the only call we could take now: move the conference to a different location. A new location has been found for the 2026 Agifors Crew Management Study Group Meeting. Austrian Airlines has gracefully agreed to step in last minute and to co-host the event in Vienna. So, we will meet again somewhere in Europe on October 20-22, 2026. Overview Major topics to be discussed and reviewed relate to Manpower Planning, Crew Operational Disruption Management, Crew Rosters, Preferential Bidding, Crew Recovery, Crew Systems Access, System Integration, Airline Integrated Solutions, KPIs and Post-operation analysis, Machine Learning, Crew Management Systems and the impact of industry changes on crew management. Come and share with us your ideas, thoughts, current trends, philosophies, and latest technological advances on any of the above topics. AgendaThe agenda is open and we happily accept your requests. Please reach out to crew@agifors.org to submit your request for presentation. You can find the current state of the agenda here. RegistrationUse the following link to sign up for this event. There are a few ways you can register for this:
It is possible to add one social guest to the registration. Early cancellation will be free; late cancellation (less than 14 days before the start of the event) will incur a $200 charge. HotelWe have selected the Hilton Vienna Park hotel as the venue for the conference. Adjacent to the city park, it is 16 minutes from the airport and offers excellent public transport connections. Walk 12 minutes to St. Stephen’s Cathedral or explore the Naschmarkt. Inspired by Viennese Modernism and Secession, the hotel offers LENZ restaurant, the vibrant Selleny's bar, and the largest Executive Lounge in Vienna. As we are already very close to the date itself, a block of rooms was no longer an option. So, my advise would be to book your room in either the conference hotel or a hotel of choice nearby ASAP.
Social ActivitiesWelcome Reception
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Network DinnerTo be determined Network Event & Gala DinnerTo be determined (source: Karime Jiu Cortina Garcia) | Co-Hosted By
SponsorsThe policy of AGIFORS for all their meetings are to have the registration fee for Airline staff and Academics as low as possible. The philosophy behind this is that academics are likely to enter new lines of thought into our field, and having a strong presence by airlines brings great value to both the vendors and the airlines. It would therefore be great if your organisation could this year be one of our sponsors Gold (USD 5,000)
Silver (USD 3,500)
Bronze (USD 2,000)
Call for PapersA meeting like this is nothing without content. And the content should come from you. For that reason I would hereby request if you would consider submitting a technical presentation for the conference also. So, come and share with us your ideas, thoughts, practical innovations, current trends, case studies, philosophies, and latest advances on the topics which are relevant to you. If you are in doubt, please reach out to use. Same as if you are not in doubt and want to send us your presentation abstract. You can reach us via crew@agifors.org. Requirements of Presenting
Presentation entry deadline: March 20th 2026 Call For PresentationsA meeting like this is nothing without content. And the content should come from you. For that reason I would hereby request if you would consider submitting a technical presentation for the conference also. So, come and share with us your ideas, thoughts, practical innovations, current trends, case studies, philosophies, and latest advances on the topics which are relevant to you. If you are in doubt, please reach out to use. Same as if you are not in doubt and want to send us your presentation abstract. You can reach us via crew@agifors.org. Requirements of Presenting
Presentation entry deadline: April 20th 2025 Visa InformationCheck if you need a visa to enter Austria The event will take place in a schengen country in Europe. For more infoormation about the visa requirements, please follow the link below. General InformationAttireBusiness Events - Business Casual Welcome Reception - Business Casual Social Events - Smart Casual More InformationFor questions or more information, please contact:
Host CityVienna, AustriaGeneral InfoAutumn is one of the better times to be in Vienna. The vineyards inside the city limits turn colour, the cultural season restarts, and the parks are still comfortable to walk in. October is Sturm season, when Vienna's Heurigen serve the cloudy, half fermented young wine alongside cold platters of roast pork, spreads and dark bread. Vienna is the only major capital with commercial wine production within its boundaries, and the marked wine trails over the Nussberg and Kahlenberg end at a tavern more often than not. All of it is reachable by tram or bus from the centre. On the culture side, the Autumn of Art fills the galleries, fair halls and palaces from September onward. For a quieter afternoon, the Central Cemetery with its honorary graves from Beethoven to Falco is at its best under autumn leaves, and the green Prater, Schönbrunn Zoo and the Lainz Game Reserve are all inside the city. (source: Wien Info ) Weather in OctoberWith refreshingly cool days and crisp, breezy evenings, the Vienna weather in October is everything you want in a fall vacation. Daylight hours shorten from 11.5 to 9.5 hours over the month, but with a daily average of 7 hours of sunshine, there’s plenty of opportunity to get outdoors and explore. Some rainfall is common in October, but prolonged heavy rain and cloud cover are rare. Layering is key to a comfortable visit, as temperatures can vary dramatically throughout the day. Bring lightweight shirts, sweaters, and pants, along with a waterproof jacket and closed-toe shoes or boots. A coat, scarf, and gloves will keep you warm on chilly nights. And don't forget a dressier outfit for any formal dinners or evening events.
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