01-Aug-2025 11:00 AM

Adelaide to Host Prestigious CAPA Airline Leader Summit in 2026 and 2028

Press Release

CAPA - Centre for Aviation (CAPA), part of Aviation Week Network, the world's most trusted source of market intelligence for the aviation and travel industry, has today announced Adelaide as the host city for its flagship CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific in 2026 and 2028.

The multi-year agreement will see hundreds of the world's most influential aviation and tourism leaders gather in South Australia for the premier aviation strategy event in the region.

CAPA - Centre for Aviation Events Director Claudia Kunz said:

"We are delighted to announce Adelaide as our host city for the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific in both 2026 and 2028. This strategic partnership reflects our confidence in Adelaide's growing significance as an aviation hub and its exceptional capabilities in hosting world-class business events.

Summary

CAPA has selected Adelaide as the host city for its flagship Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific in both 2026 and 2028.
The multi-year agreement will bring hundreds of influential aviation and tourism leaders to South Australia for this premier event.
Adelaide was chosen due to its growing significance as an aviation hub and its strong capabilities in hosting world-class business events.
The summit typically attracts over 350 delegates, including C-suite executives from major airlines, airports, and tourism bodies worldwide.
The event will feature industry presentations, keynotes, interviews, and panel discussions on critical issues shaping aviation and tourism.
South Australian officials see the summit as a major opportunity to showcase the region and boost investment in tourism, education, trade, and other sectors.

The multi-year agreement will see hundreds of the world's most influential aviation and tourism leaders gather in South Australia for the premier aviation strategy event in the region.

CAPA - Centre for Aviation Events Director Claudia Kunz said:

"The city's combination of outstanding infrastructure, accessibility, and vibrant culture makes it the perfect backdrop for the high-level industry discussions that define our summits.

"We look forward to bringing hundreds of global aviation and tourism leaders to South Australia, where they'll experience firsthand the innovation and hospitality that Adelaide offers. This multi-year commitment underscores CAPA's dedication to fostering meaningful industry connections in destinations that represent the future of aviation in our region."

The CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific typically attracts more than 350 delegates, including C-suite executives from major airlines, airports, and tourism bodies across the globe. The event combines industry presentations, keynotes, high-level interviews, and panel discussions examining critical issues shaping the future of aviation and tourism.

South Australian Minister for Tourism, Zoe Bettison, welcomed the announcement, saying:

"Locking in the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific for not one, but two years, is a huge coup for South Australia, and a reflection of our global reputation as an industry leader in this important sector.

"The Summit put South Australia at the forefront of the minds of key aviation decision makers, benefiting the many industries and jobs that rely on strong airline access, particularly for tourism, international education, trade, defence, and resources.

I have no doubt the hundreds of aviation leaders will be impressed by our welcoming hospitality and diverse tourism offerings, and be inspired to tell the world that South Australia is worth investing in."