The IATA 82nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) & World Air Transport Summit (WATS) takes place on 6-8 June 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, hosted by LATAM Airlines Group.
The 2026 IATA AGM and WATS gathers the top leadership from airlines, the aviation value chain, and governments as the airline industry faces complex and dynamic operating, business, and geopolitical environments.
By meeting in the largest aviation market in South America, the AGM highlights the great potential for aviation to be an even more powerful strategic force driving social and economic prosperity.
LATAM welcomes IATA AGM 2026 in Rio de Janeiro
One Roof. Endless Connections.
Hear from other aviation leaders about their experience at the 2025 IATA AGM and WATS.
The IATA AGM & WATS is a by-invitation only event.
Invitations are issued to all IATA Member Airlines, IATA AGM-level Strategic Partners, key industry stakeholders (including governments), and selected media.
If you're interested in attending the next AGM, find out more about the IATA Strategic Partnerships Program.
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