Aviator Symposium 2026, National Convention Centre, Canberra, 18 March 2026.
Aviator Symposium: How does warfighter mindset build fighting depth?
Presentations will provide opportunities for Aviators at all levels to reflect on the themes from the Air and Space Power Conference, engage directly with Aviators, Senior Leadership Team and Senior Enlisted Leaders Team, and contribute ideas on the future of air power.
Discussions will focus on the warfighter mindset, culture, teamwork and leadership, promoting conversations and reflection for all levels of Air Force.
Important note: the Aviator Symposium is open only to Air Force Personnel and Air Force unit specific Australian Public Service members. Attendees who register and are not an Air Force personnel or Air Force unit specific Australian Public Service members, will have their registration removed.
Registrations are available here, and will open Wednesday 14th of January 2026.
air and space power conference |
TUESDAY MARCH 17th 2026 |
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| 0800 - 0820 |
Arrivals (Please be seated NLT 0820) |
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| 0820 - 0830 | Introduction and Acknowledgement of Country | Master of Ceremonies |
| 0830 - 0845 | Welcome Address and Fireside Chat: Strategic Leadership in Action | Address |
| 0900 - 0945 | What is an Airminded Warfighter Mindset? | Panel |
| 0945 - 1015 |
Morning Tea (Please be seated NLT 1015) |
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| 1020 - 1100 | Mental Toughness for Aviators | Speech |
| 1105 - 1200 | Cohesive Teams | Panel |
| 1200 - 1300 |
Lunch (Please be seated NLT 1300) |
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| 1305 - 1340 | ||
| 1345 - 1440 | Professional Growth | Panel |
| 1440 - 1510 |
Afternoon Tea (Please be seated NLT 1510) |
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| 1515 - 1600 | Northern Focus | Panel |
| 1605 - 1615 | Closing Address | Speech |
| 1615 - 1625 | Close of Day | Master of Ceremonies |