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.
April 3, 2026
Submissions close April 30th.
It’s time to take the controls! Nominations for the 2027 UAA Board of Trustees are officially open, offering you a unique opportunity to influence the trajectory of aviation education and the industry at large.
April 3, 2026
-- Ryan Leick, Ph.D., UAA President
I am excited to share progress on UAA's continued commitment to provide value-added initiatives strengthening the connection between collegiate aviation and our industry partners.
April 6, 2026
We are excited to see the industry recommendation report posted to its final location on the project docket.
March 6, 2026
The UAA Board of Trustees is strategically realigning its committee structure and industry partnerships—such as the new Air Service Development course—to deliver measurable value and ensure collegiate aviation remains directly synchronized with evolving workforce needs.
