Future of Aviation 2026 seminar highlights the role of AI in aviation

Artificial intelligence and digitalisation take the stage at Haaga-Helia’s Future of Aviation seminar in April.

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Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences will organise the Future of Aviation 2026 seminar on 17 April. This year’s theme focuses on the use of artificial intelligence in the aviation industry and its impact on future developments.

The programme includes several keynote speeches and two panel discussions: one focusing on technical perspectives and the other on commercial aspects of aviation. Speakers include Haaga-Helia’s Senior Lecturer Pierantonio Silvani, as well as international guests from Turkish Airlines, Embraer and International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Turkish Airlines as the main sponsor

The seminar is organised in collaboration with Turkish Airlines, a long-term partner of Haaga-Helia, which is also the main sponsor of this event.

– As Turkish Airlines, we are happy to sponsor such an inspiring and important event. We are building the future of aviation through AI and increasingly digitalised solutions. We want to open new perspectives for students and the aviation industry, says Utku Yazan, General Manager Finland, Turkish Airlines.


Valuable learning experiences

The seminar has been organised by first-year business administration students, offering valuable hands-on experience in planning and executing a large-scale event.

– It has been a rewarding experience to work on this project, despite its challenges. Organising an event of this scale has allowed me to develop my skills in a leading role. We greatly appreciate the successful collaboration with Turkish Airlines, which has played a significant role in making this event possible, says student Senja Mäkinen, Event Marketing Team Lead.

The Future of Aviation 2026 seminar provides a platform for students and industry professionals to connect, share insights, and explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of aviation.

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