UK Leadership in Advanced Air Mobility
Aerospace
  • Monday, 20 July 2026
  • 11:15 - 12:00
  • Location: Hall 3 - AGN Theatre 1

Sponsored by Vertical.

The UK has emerged as one of the world's leading advanced air mobility ecosystems, combining pioneering aircraft development, progressive regulation, world-class operators and a strong aerospace heritage. But what will it take to turn that early lead into commercial success?

Confirmed Speakers: 

  • Sir Stephen Hilliar, Chairman, CAA (Moderator) 
  • Stuart Simpson, Chief executive, Vertical Aerospace
  • David Stepanek, Executive Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer, Bristow 
  • Giancarlo Buono, Group Director Safety & Aerospace Regulation, UK Civil Aviation Authority
  • Andy Sage, Director of Safety Transformations, NATS & Co-Chair, Future Flight Industry Group
  • Ajita Hathlia, Deputy Director for Aviation Safety, Innovations and Skills, Department of Transport
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