About this event
The conference is run each year by the Minnesota Council of Airports with the Minnesota Department of Transportation, and the University of Minnesota's Airport Technical Assistance Program supports it. The 2026 edition was held April 22 to 24, 2026 at Grand View Lodge near Nisswa.
The event focuses on the day-to-day running of small and regional airports in Minnesota, including management, funding, and sharing practices among airport staff and board members. Agenda and venue details for 2027 were not confirmed beyond the listed city and dates, so check the official page for updates.
Who should go
- Airport managers and assistant managers
- Airport commission and board members
- Fixed base operators
- Staff who manage airport facilities and maintenance
- Anyone who wears more than one hat at a small airport
Why it matters for robots
This conference is aimed at airport operations rather than robotics, and automation topics are not confirmed for the 2027 program. Facility managers may still find operations and equipment sessions useful when weighing new tools for airfield or terminal upkeep.
Ask the organisers whether the 2027 program includes sessions on equipment, technology or facility automation before planning travel around it.
Frequently asked questions
Links
- Official event site
- AirTAP: Minnesota Airports Conference
- MidwestFlyer: 2026 Minnesota Airports Conference
Dates and venues can change. Check the organizer's site before you travel.