Welcome to the University Aviation Association


University Aviation Association (UAA)
is the voice of collegiate aviation to colleges, universities, the aviation industry, government and the general public. The organization works through the almost 1,500 members from 131 member colleges and universities in the U.S., Canada, Australia, Europe, and Asia to meet the ever-changing needs of the aviation industry and address the challenges of the 21st century.

The collective expertise of our membership plays a pivotal role in the advancement of degree-granting aviation programs that represent all segments of aviation, while providing support to more than 400 member STEM and aviation high schools across the country.


Upcoming Events

UAA 2026 CAEC - REGISTRATION OPEN

When: September 14, 2026

Where: Dallas, Texas

Recent News

New at Conference

July 2, 2026


Experience Flight Education InfoShare. Two new extended education sessions that bring together internationally recognized faculty, administrators, Chief CFIs and flight school leaders.

Student Research Posters Submissions Close August 3 (1K Top Prize)

July 2, 2026

Are you ready to showcase your findings to the leaders of the aviation industry? We are officially inviting Undergraduate and Graduate students to participate in the upcoming poster competition at the 2026 UAA Collegiate Aviation Education Conference.

UAA CAEC Sponsorship Available

May 1, 2026

For industry partners looking to achieve "saturation visibility" and maximize exposure, the UAA conference offers unparalleled sponsorship opportunities starting as low as $1,000.

CAEC Scheduled at a Glance – Dallas, Texas

May 1, 2026

UAA 2026 Schedule at a Glance – Join us in Denton, TX, from September 14–16 for the 79th Collegiate Aviation Education Conference

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