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SUMMARY:119th FAI General Conference – Vantaa\, Finland
DESCRIPTION:The Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) is pleased to announce that the 119th FAI General Conference will take place from 22 to 24 October 2025 in Vantaa\, Finland. \nWhy Vantaa?\nStrategically located in Finland’s capital region\, Vantaa is home to Finland’s main international airport\, offering direct connections to every continent. This makes travel convenient for delegates worldwide. Despite its proximity to the airport\, the conference venue is surrounded by serene Finnish forests and nature – creating a unique setting where aviation meets tranquility. \nIn addition\, Vantaa offers a wide range of hotels at attractive rates\, excellent transport links\, and easy access to Helsinki’s city center\, just 30 minutes away by train. Learn more at the Vantaa Tourist Information website. \nConference Venue & Hotel\nAll official meetings of the 119th FAI General Conference will take place at\, or within walking distance from\, the Clarion Hotel Aviapolis. \nAddress: Karhumäentie 5\, 015390 Vantaa\, FinlandClarion Hotel Aviapolis Website \nAccommodation\nDelegates are encouraged to book accommodation directly at the conference hotel: \n-Standard Room (1 person): €129 / night\n-Standard Room (2 persons): €149 / night \nRates include buffet breakfast and VAT. \nReservations must be made individually by each participant using the allotment code: FAIGC2025 via the official Reservation Link – Conference Hotel. \nBooking deadline: 20 September 2025Payment: Directly at the hotel upon arrival (credit card guarantee required at booking).Cancellation policy: Free of charge up to 7 days prior to arrival. \nFor delegates wishing to explore alternative options\, several reputable hotels are also located near Helsinki-Vantaa Airport – see more details here. \nGetting There\nThe Clarion Hotel Aviapolis is just minutes from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport: \n-By Train: Take the I train to Aviapolis Station (2 minutes). The hotel is a 3-minute walk from the station. Tickets (€3.40) can be purchased at the airport or via the HSL app. \n-By Taxi: 5–10 minutes\, approx. €15–25. \nVisa Requirements\nThe organisers will make every effort to support the entry of all international participants\, in line with FAI Statutes and By-Laws. \n-General visa information for Finland is available at the Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs website. \n-Delegates from countries requiring a visa may request an official invitation letter from the organiser. \nFor visa assistance\, please contact Timo Hyvönen. \nProgram\n\n\n\n\nDay \n\n\nTime \n\n\nEvent \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday \n20 Oct 2025 \n\n\n\nExecutive Board\, Commission Presidents – Arrival \n\n\n\n\nPM \n\n\nExecutive Board Meeting \n\n\n\n\nTuesday \n21 Oct 2025 \n\n\nAM \n\n\nExecutive Board Meeting \n\n\nCommission Presidents Meeting \n\n\n\n\nPM \n\n\nJoint Meeting: Executive Board & Commission Presidents \n\n\n\n\nWednesday \n22 Oct 2025 \n\n\nAM \n\n\nFAI Forum Session A: FAI Admin Lab: Enhancing Administrative Efficiency \nThis session is run in parallel with CASI Meeting \n\n\nFAI General Air Sport Commission (CASI) Plenary Meeting \nMeeting dedicated for CASI Delegates and potential observers \n\n\n\n\nPM \n\n\nFAI Forum Session B: Going Behind the Horizon: Storytelling for Air Sports \nStrategic session is dedicated to advancing the visibility and engagement of air sports \nFAI Forum Session C: Women in Air Sports – Mentorship Pledge: Building a Supportive Community \nInteractive workshop is dedicated to increase female participation within air sports \n\n\n\n\nEvening \n\n\nFAI General Conference Opening Dinner and \nFAI Awards Ceremony \n\n\n\n\nThursday \n23 Oct 2025 \n\n\nAM \n\n\nFAI General Conference\, Day 1 \nReport of FAI President and Secretary General\, financial\, statutory and memberships matters. \nMore details with the published agenda. \n\n\n\n\nPM \n\n\nFAI Forum Session D: Committed to Advancing Air Sport Safety \nComprehensive session addresses the critical themes of safety\, integrity\, and well-being within air sports communities \nFAI Forum Session E: One Airspace\, Shared Responsibility: Navigating Regulatory Challenges \nSession brings together stakeholders from across the aviation sector – including civil aviation authorities\, and sporting organisations to address shared regulatory challenges \n\n\n\n\nEvening \n\n\nFinnish Aviation Museum – Presentation by Director Pia Illikainen on the new museum project\, followed by buffet dinner\, guided museum visit\, simulator experience\, and engagement with Finnish Aeronautical Association discipline committees. \n\n\n\n\nFriday \n24 Oct 2025 \n\n\nAM \n\n\nFAI Forum Session F:  Innovation in Air Sports: Success Stories \nSession will showcase recent technological advancements and innovative practices in FAI events \nFAI Forum Session G: The Road Ahead: Shaping a Resilient and Future-Ready FAI \nInteractive town hall session offers all participants the opportunity to engage directly with the FAI President\, FAI Executive Directors\, NAC Representatives\, FAI Commission Representatives and FAI Secretary General \n\n\n\n\nPM \n\n\nFAI General Conference\, Day 2 \nElection to CASI\, reports of Commissions and future general conferences \nMore details with the published agenda.
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LOCATION:Hotel Aviapolis.  Address: Karhumäentie 5\, 015390 Vantaa\, Finland\, Hotel Aviapolis. Address: Karhumäentie 5\, 015390 Vantaa\, Finland\, Vantaa\, 015390\, Finland
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