Expand Your Experience
Go beyond the sessions — connect, Engage and be Inspired by everything the WAI conference has to offer.
Authors Connect
Coming Soon!
Each year with the support of LiteraryAviatrix.com, attendees can meet a growing community of female aviation authors, purchase their books. The Authors Connect Booth will be located inside the Exhibit Hall. Be sure to stop by!
Stay tuned for the schedule of Author Book Signings onsite - coming soon!
Authors connect open
Thursday, February 25, 10 a.m. — 5:30 p.m.
Friday, February 26, 8 a.m.— 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 27, 8 — 10:30 a.m.
Participating Authors: Coming Soon
Mind. Body. Spirit. Courses
Experience our wellness activities designed to refresh and rejuvenate you throughout the conference.
You can add Mind. Body. Spirit. Courses when you register for the conference. Already registered, but want to attend a class? Go to the Attendee Service Center to add it to your registration!
Space is limited, so sign up today!
Schedule
Sound Bath & Mindfulness | Thursday, February 25 | 12:30 - 1:15 p.m. | $15
Yoga | Friday, February 26 | noon - 12:45 p.m. | $15
Tours
With WAI2027 set in the beautifully historic area, our tours this year will center on aviation‑themed experiences. Savannah has so much to explore, and we encourage attendees to take advantage of the city’s fantastic walking tours, ghost tours, and more. You can discover many great options at the link below.
Jazz with Wings Band
Imagine a group of musicians who are all passionate about aviation. Gather them together and you have the Jazz With Wings Band.
Founded in 2004, the band represents a group of WAI members who enjoy the pleasure of playing in a band. Members represent a broad spectrum of backgrounds including pilots, flight instructors, flight attendants, medical doctors, military personnel, musicians, schoolteachers, engineers, graphic artists, attorneys, students, and retirees.
Interested in volunteering to join the Jazz With Wings Band? Email Barbara Lauer.
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WAI Store
Check out our exclusive WAI2027 conference merch! Designed for aviation and aerospace enthusiasts, our selection offers high-quality items that celebrate innovation and excellence in the industry.
WAI Store Hours:
- Wednesday, February 24 | Noon – 6 p.m.
- Thursday, February 25 | 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Friday, February 26 | 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Saturday, February 27 | 8 a.m. – Noon
Braindate Connection Lounge
Sign Up Coming Soon!
This innovative networking platform transforms casual conversations into meaningful connections by matching you with fellow attendees who share your interests, challenges, and goals. Whether you want to exchange ideas, seek advice, or share expertise, Braindate makes it easy to spark one-on-one or group discussions that matter most to you.
Some of last year’s most popular Braindate discussion topics:
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Finding a Flight Training Path for You: What I wish someone would have told me before I started - Choosing a flight training program & navigating aviation college /university
- In the room where it happened: Women in Aviation, Unfiltered
- Own Your Strengths: The Antidote to Imposter Syndrome & the Secret to High-Performing Teams
- That Forecast Sucked! Blame a Meteorologist—and Let’s talk the latest research on aviation wx.
- Emotional Intelligence on the Flight Deck: Enhancing CRM, Awareness, and Crew Effectiveness
- Using AI to have more meaningful and impactful leadership discussions
Braindate Connection Lounge Hours:
Thursday, February 25 | 7:30 – 8:45 a.m. • 10:15 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday, February 26 | 7:30 – 8:45 a.m. • 10:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. •
3:45 – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 27 | 8:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Stay tuned — Braindate platform coming soon!
What WAI2026 attendees said about their Braindate experiences:
“My first Braindate experience was truly wonderful. It created a much more intimate and connected environment compared to traditional presentations...The conversations were incredibly valuable. We shared real experiences and realized we’re not alone in navigating challenges like microaggressions, perceptions about where women “belong,” and how to respond in those moments. It also sparked great ideas for future presentations and research. What stood out most was the depth of connection. In these smaller, more personal settings, you build relationships that last—when you follow up, people remember you. Braindate made networking feel authentic, supportive, and impactful."
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“I included Braindate as part of my presentation because I knew from last year, folks would want to talk to us at the end but there wouldn’t be enough time. That’s why this year, I thought it would be a good idea to tell people to join us for a Braindate afterwards and it worked! Our Braindate sparked rich conversation with an international audience of women, who shared similar experiences around power dynamics and sexism in the industry. It created a genuine space for women to feel seen and to be heard.”
“One of the most valuable takeaways for me was learning about the different groups and resources available to support us. It opened my eyes to new ways of bringing people on board and building a stronger, more connected community. At the end of our Braindate we created a contact list between us so that we can continue to reach out and support one another! This Braindate has inspired me so much that I would love to incorporate a networking setup at the Girls in Aviation Day I organize in my community. Overall, it was a wonderful experience that left me feeling encouraged, connected, and motivated."
Speed Mentoring
Ready to connect, share your journey, and spark the next step for someone in aviation? Tell us if you’d like to participate in the Speed Mentoring Session as a WAI mentor at WAI2027 in Savannah on Thursday, February 25, from 1:30 – 3 p.m.
You must be a current WAI member to participate as a WAI mentor. We are at our limit for accepting mentees, but please consider being a WAI mentor during our annual conference — one conversation can make a difference!
Link for sign up coming soon!