Cory Cozzens

Cory is the founder and CEO of Altaport, the provider of the Altaport VAS, a vertiport automation system enabling the activation and automation of AAM infrastructure networks. Cory has spent most of his career launching and managing innovative businesses in the aviation industry, including Surf Air, now the largest scheduled §135 operator in the US; Matternet, the world’s first urban drone delivery service; and Voom, an Airbus subsidiary tasked with providing on-demand VTOL service.

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Panel discussion: Futureproofing airports – integrating UAS, AAM and emerging technologies into aviation

As aviation evolves, airports must adapt to technologies like unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), advanced air mobility (AAM) and sustainable infrastructure. Many are uncertain how to begin, especially with emerging technologies and a focus on greener operations. This panel of experts from operations, regulatory bodies and tech providers will offer a roadmap for integrating future innovations. Topics will include infrastructure upgrades, extended reality, vertiport automation, sustainability practices and using smart tech like microgrids for resilient operations, emphasizing global insights and collaboration to highlight how airports can prepare today for the future of aviation.

The audience will learn:

• Learn how to design flexible infrastructure plans for future technologies, minimizing operational disruption
• Understand how smart microgrids enhance airport energy efficiency and resilience for greener operations
• Explore practical actions for creating more sustainable airports while integrating new technologies
• Explore best practices for integrating advanced tech while maintaining safety, security and efficiency
• Gain insights on adapting airport operations for future mobility, enhancing passenger experiences