Annual Lecturers' Conference

CPD Conference Day 2026

Join SkyPeople Training for our annual lecturers’ conference. Our event brings together industry and education and promises to deliver the very latest industry insight with talks from our airline partners.

WHAT IS IT?

A Day For Aviation Education

Our annual CPD Conference is a dedicated event where we invite lecturers from across the UK to come together, listen to inspiring speakers, and meet aviation industry companies. It’s the perfect opportunity to stay current with industry developments, network with peers, and gain continuing professional development.

Whether you’re teaching aviation, travel & tourism, or cabin crew courses, this conference is designed to give you the insights and connections you need to deliver outstanding education.

For Lecturers

CPD accredited content tailored to aviation educators

Networking

Connect with colleges and aviation companies

Expert Speakers

Hear from airline partners and industry leaders

Industry Insights

The very latest developments from the aviation sector

LOOKING FORWARD

2026 Conference

Whether you’re teaching aviation, travel & tourism, or cabin crew courses, this conference is designed to give you the insights and connections you need to deliver outstanding education.

ON THE DAY

What To Expect

Keynote Talks

Hear from airline leaders, industry organisations, and inspiring guest speakers on the latest developments in aviation.

Networking Opportunities

Meet representatives from airlines, training organisations, and fellow lecturers from colleges across the UK.

CPD Accreditation

Gain valuable continuing professional development hours to support your teaching career and stay current with the industry.

FRIDAY 26TH OF JUNE 2026

08:30 – 09:00

Coffee & Welcome

09:15 – 09:45

Aviation Challenges

SkyPeople Training

An overview of the current threats facing the industry. A talk filled with facts, figures and the latest trends.

09:45 – 10:15

The Virgin Operation

Virgin Atlantic

Chris Short, Learning Operations Manager, joins us for an insightful talk about the Virgin operation and what goes into the Virgin flair.

10:15 – 10:45

Leg Stretch & Networking

10:45 – 11:15

From Classroom to Flightdeck

Jet2.com

Josh Raven, Future Pilot Programme Manager, discusses a career path from classroom to flightdeck.

11:15 – 11:45

A Sustainable Future

MAG (Manchester Airports Group)

Thomas Harrison, Decarbonisation Transition Manager, explains MAG's plans for a sustainable future.

11:45 – 12:15

Frank & Empathic Communication

Frank Communications

In a neurodiverse world, being frank and empathic in our communication style and messaging gets results.

12:15 – 14:15

Lunch, Networking & Microsessions

12:15 – 14:15

Cabin Deescalation

SecuriCare

Behaviour expert Jo Purvis discusses the rise in disruptive passenger behaviour and the key tools needed for cabin deescalation.

12:15 – 14:15

Meet the Airlines

Airline Partners

Meet our airline and education partners, have a bite to eat, and get hands-on practice with state-of-the-art training equipment.

14:15 – 14:45

Keeping Our Industry Safe

Department for Transport

Mike Deboo, Policy Advisor for Airports and Aviation, joins us for an insightful talk about the regulations that make our industry safe.

14:45 – 15:15

Psychology in Cabin Crew Selection

Symbiotics

Caroline Creane, Aviation Psychologist, discusses how using psychological assessment during Cabin Crew selection can maximise training success.

15:15 – 15:45

Future Cabin Crew Survey Results & Close

SkyPeople Training

Results of our Biggest Ever Future Cabin Crew Survey and closing session.

The Schedule

Lecturer’s CPD Day and Conference

Ticket Information

Lecturer’s CPD Day and Conference 2026 Ticket

£40.00

Date And Time

Fri-Jun-2026

Location

SkyPeople Aviation Training Academy, Manchester

Event Category

Conference

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GET IN TOUCH

Whether you’re an airline, educational institution, or individual looking for training — we’d love to hear from you.

Address

SkyPeople Training Academy, Manchester, UK, M40 5BJ

Email

[email protected]

Phone

0161 203 3177