ACC ANNUAL CONFERENCE FAQ
When is the early-bird registration deadline?
Early-Bird Registration is opening the week of March 25! Register now through July 3rd to receive this discount. On July 4, 2026, prices will go up.
What is the final registration deadline?
ACC will have registration open onsite in Seattle until October 14, 2026. All registrations must be completed before picking up your badge at the conference.
Do I need to be an ACC member to attend?
Not at all. Registration is open to ACC members; the military; academia; employees of airlines/airports; local/state/federal government agencies; and non-members.
Are there discounts if I can only attend for one day?
The registration fee is for the three-day duration of the Annual Conference, and partial registration is not available.
Are there sponsorship opportunities available for the 2026 ACC 48th Annual Conference?
Sponsorship sales are live! Please email Micah Dupie for more information or visit our webpage.
How do I make my hotel reservation?
Rooms can only be reserved directly with the hotel through the PassKey link for the Grand Hyatt Seattle. Please note that you must be registered for the Annual Conference before booking a hotel room at the Grand Hyatt Seattle. Those booking hotel rooms in the ACC room block – but not registered for the ACC Annual Conference – must register for the conference ASAP to avoid having their hotel reservation canceled. Please note that ACC will not be able to adjust hotel room rates for those registering outside of the ACC room block.
What airport should I fly into?
The Grand Hyatt Seattle is in the heart of Seattle, WA. You should book your flight to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Further, you can book flights to and from Paine Field Airport (PAE).
When will I receive my registration confirmation?
Upon registering, ACC will immediately send an automated registration confirmation email from info@acconline.org with the necessary information to successfully participate during the Annual Conference. Check your spam/junk email inbox in the event your confirmation is re-directed due to your organizational firewalls. Make sure that the email address associated with your ACC user account is accurate and up to date so that there is no delay in receiving our email communications.
Where can I find my payment receipt?
Your payment receipt will come as a separate email to your confirmation email. Please ensure that info@acconline.org is added to your safe sender’s email list to avoid a delay in receiving the email and avoid getting filtered as spam.
Is there a separate registration fee if I would like to bring a guest?
ACC will not be offering guest registration for the 2026 48th Annual Conference.
How do I make a tax-deductible financial contribution to the ACC Members Foundation?
The ACC Members Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that offers financial support for education and research activities that foster the growth of the airport development industry. With your help, ACC members and friends are growing the Foundation so that it can continue to have a positive impact on the future of our industry. Please click here to make a greatly appreciated donation.
If I’m unable to attend, can I cancel my registration and receive a refund?
Currently, if you are unable to attend the conference, please email info@acconline.org on or before Friday, September 25, 2026. All cancellations and refunds are subject to a $200 processing fee. Cancellations received after 5:00 p.m. ET on Friday, September 25, 2026, are non-refundable as guarantees for your attendance have already been made at the conference venue.
Can I earn credits/hours for the Annual Conference?
The conference program does not meet the educational content criteria outlined by the accrediting bodies for ACC to award credits/hours for attending.
