HAWAII AVIATION EXPO
The Aloha Chapter 99s present
Inspiring Hawaii's Future of Flight
ABOUT
This all-day, home-grown aviation event is an impactful and educational expo focused on fostering the next generation of pilots in Hawaii. Whether you have just started dreaming about taking your career to the skies, or you are a thousand hours deep into your time building adventure, this event has something to offer all aviators!
The aim of this event is 3-fold:
1. To offer a place for aspiring pilots to learn how to get started in aviation and to learn what it takes to become a professional pilot. Attend our afternoon flight training networking session to mingle with flight instructors, local flight schools and aviation scholarship board members, and more!
2. To provide student and current pilots an opportunity to attend education sessions from experts in their aviation related fields, such as Air Traffic Controllers, the US Coast Guard, and more. Attendance in each session will enter you for a chance to win one of the following prizes: discovery flights from local flight schools, AOPA Swag Bag, Sporty's PPL Ground School Course, and a 99's swag bag!
3. To provide an opportunity for those pilots ready to start, or further, their careers with a networking/recruiting event from all Hawaii-based part 135 and 121 employers. Bring your resume, smile, and your A-Game to mingle at our morning recruiting networking session to talk directly with employers of your dream, Hawaii-based companies!
SCHEDULE
Intro to Flight Training - 9:00 AM
Are you brand new to aviation? Want to know how to get started and what it takes to become a pilot? Join us for our Intro to Flight Training session presented by the Aloha Chapter 99s.
*Air Traffic Control - 10:00 AM
Presented by Air Traffic Controllers (ATC) from the Honolulu Control Facility (HCF). Hear about how you can help keep the skies safe when utilizing ATC services. This Honolulu-based team will provide an overview of basic air traffic knowledge, what it entails to work an airborne flight under ATC and the latest safety concerns and hot topics to enhance your communications and flight procedures while operating in the Hawaiian Islands.
*Post-Ditching Safety Tips - 11:00 AM
Presented by the US Coast Guard, they'll cover survival, egress, EPIRB/ELT, flotation devices, light sources, etc & how the Coast Guard will respond once an aircraft has ditched & is in need of rescue.
Complementary Lunch - 12:00 PM
Sponsored by Hawaiian Airlines. Includes a sandwich, chips, and water. Choice of a meat or vegetarian sandwich option during the ticket registration process.
Resume & Interview Workshop - 1:00 PM
Presented by Hawaiian Airlines, learn how to craft a professional pilot resume. A lot goes into applying for jobs in this competitive industry and Hawaiian Airlines is here to help you create an appealing resume that will help to move your application on to an interview. Hawaiian Airlines will also provide best practices to support interview preparation.
Horizon Air Pilot Pathway Programs - 2:00 PM
When you're a student pilot, finding the right support and guidance for launching your career as a pilot can be challenging. Horizon Air is here to help. Join this session to learn about Horizon Air's pilot pathway programs - Pilot Development and Ascend Pilot Academy.
*Managing Fatigue in Aviation - 3:00 PM
Fatigue is often an invisible threat to aviation and often contributes to eroding safety margins for pilots. Dr. Mark Miller of Embry-Riddle presents a deeper understanding of fatigue in aviation and strategies to manage it as individual pilots and as managers.
*FAA wings credit
TICKETS
Presale Ticket (Meat) includes:
Admission to the 2025 Hawaii Aviation Expo, July 12th, 2025 - 8am to 5pm, small complimentary lunch (sandwich, chips and water) available between 12pm and 1pm provided by Hawaiian Airlines, and a 2025 HAE Swag Bag. Ticket is good for exit and re-entry for any portions of the day's schedule you desire to attend.
Presale Ticket (Vegetarian) includes:
Admission to the 2025 Hawaii Aviation Expo, July 12th, 2025 - 8am to 5pm, small complimentary lunch (sandwich, chips and water) available between 12pm and 1pm provided by Hawaiian Airlines, and a 2025 HAE Swag Bag. Ticket is good for exit and re-entry for any portions of the day's schedule you desire to attend.
Shirt and shoes required for entry. Respectful participation required, the Aloha Chapter 99s reserve the right to refuse entry and/or participation should disorderly conduct present a hindrance to other's ability to participate.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Hawaii Aviation Expo?
The Hawaii Aviation Expo is a 3 in 1: job fair, aviation educational workshop, and flight training networking event. It will feature booths and representatives from flight schools and businesses across the island, and offers safety lectures from aviation professionals in all aviation industries. This event will help new, aspiring aviators find their start on their aviation journey and aid current professionals in furthering their careers!
When is the Hawaii Aviation Expo?
Saturday, July 12, 2025
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Check in begins at 8:00 am and ends at 3:30pm.
Where is the Hawaii Aviation Expo being held?
Honolulu Airport Conference Center. HNL Airport, Terminal 1, 7th Floor. Entrance is through the Mauka Doors.
300 Rodgers Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96819
What is the event schedule?
There are 2 rooms that will offer simultaneous events:
- The first room will hold our educational series of 6 classes throughout the day. Hear from professionals in their fields, and have a chance to win a discovery flight, and giveaways from Sporty's, King Schools, AOPA and more!
- In the second room, we will offer two networking sessions. From 8am to 11am, a session for pilots looking to take their careers to the next level with chances to mingle with local Part 135 and 121 employers. The afternoon session, from 12pm to 4:30pm, is a session designed for new and low-time pilots to mingle with flight schools in Hawaii, scholarship opportunities, and more.
How do I get FAA WINGS credits for attending?
For each education session you attend indicated with an asterisk(*) you will receive one WINGS credit from the FAA: Air Traffic Control, Post-Ditching Safety Tips, and Managing Fatigue in Aviation. Must have a FAASTeam Account. Sign up and read more about how the WINGS credits work “HERE!”
What are the different educational sessions?
9:00 AM - Intro to Flight Training
10:00 AM - Air Traffic Control
11:00 AM - Post-Ditching Safety Tips
12:00 PM - Complementary Lunch
1:00 PM - Resume & Interview Workshop
2:00 PM - Horizon Air Pilot Pathway Programs
3:00 PM - Managing Fatigue in Aviation
What companies will be at the networking sessions?
Recruiting
8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Alaska Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines
Aloha Air Cargo
Asia Pacific Airlines
Corporate Air
Hawaii Air National Guard
Hawaii Life Flight
Honolulu Air Traffic Control
Kamaka Air Inc
Mokulele Airlines
Pacific Air Charters
Rainbow Helicopters
Flight Training
12:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Horizon Air Pilot Pathway Programs
AAUW-Tweet Coleman Scholarship
Barber's Point Flight School
Civil Air Patrol
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
George's Aviation
Hawaii Air National Guard
Hawaii Army National Guard
Honolulu Air Traffic Control
Mauna Loa Aero
Mauna Loa Helicopters
Pacific Flight Academy
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
Professional Asian Pilots Association
I purchased a ticket and now I can’t attend. Can I get a refund or transfer my ticket to someone else?
We cannot offer refunds, however you can transfer your ticket to someone else. Please send an email to alohachapter99s@gmail.com and state the name the ticket was purchased under and the name you’d like to transfer it to. We will respond to confirm the transfer.
What if I am only interested in a particular education session or networking session, do I need to attend the entire day?
No. Our event is designed for you to attend whatever is of value and interest to you. You will receive a wristband upon check in that will allow you to come and go as you please. You may attend as little or as much as you desire of the day’s offerings.
Where can I park at the event?
Parking is available at the Terminal 1 (Inter-island) Parking Garage. With validation from us, received at the check-in table, parking will cost $3.50 upon exit of the garage. For a comprehensive look at parking and costs, please visit the airport’s guide “HERE.”
How do I get to the Terminal 1 Conference room?
At the Terminal 1 (Inter-island) Parking Garage or International Parking Garage, park on floors 4, 5, or 6 and take the Mountain Side(North) Elevator to the 7th floor. Upon reaching the 7th floor, turn right to enter the lobby.
Who can attend the Hawaii Aviation Expo?
All are welcome to attend; bring your family, friends, and anyone who you think may be interested in the aviation industry!
What is the dress code for the Hawaii Aviation Expo?
There is no mandatory dress code beyond that attendees wear shirts and shoes, however if you plan to network, it is recommended you dress in business casual or business attire. Dress to impress, as they say!
Can I volunteer for the Hawaii Aviation Expo?
Our volunteer opportunities are now closed, thank you so much to everyone who has come forward and volunteered to work our event!
Can I share your event flyer with friends and family or on social media?
Absolutely! Download our Hawaii Aviation Expo Flyer PDF here!