World Innovation Summit | 13–15 May 2025 | Pittsburgh

Testimonials

What Attendees Are Saying

Hear from industry leaders and innovators who attended the previous two FTE Aviation & Robotics Summits, delivered in partnership with Pittsburgh International Airport. Discover why this event is a must-attend for the air transport ecosystem.

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“This event is the highlight of my year and the conversations, ideas, and collaborations that come out will have a lasting impact on this industry. I think the format (day 1 demos, day 2 lectures and tours, day 3 workshop) allows professionals to get inspired and really drive meaningful conversations.”

Nicole Hodges-Austin, Manager of Airport Innovation & Standards, Frontier Airlines
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“Absolutely wonderful. It was very well coordinated, the speakers were phenomenal, the events were engaging, and the attendees were friendly and hospitable. Wonderful job!”

Brian Burdette, Senior Innovation Consultant, DFW International Airport
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“The Summit served as a thought-provoking platform for Alaska Airlines. It was two days filled with engaging interactions with core engineers and product demonstrations by innovators in Pittsburgh. The experience of exploring potential applications of these technologies across various facets of our industry was intellectually stimulating, competitively thrilling, and enlightening.”

Gus Naughton, Senior Software Engineer, Emerging Technologies, Alaska Airlines
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“The Summit brings together forward-thinking individuals from across the industry in one of the most innovative cities in America. It’s an incredible opportunity to think outside the box and envision the possibilities that lie before us in the future of aviation.”

Kristen Berndt, Senior Manager, Baggage Strategy & Innovation, United Airlines
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“The Summit is the only event I’ve participated in – in any industry – that proactively works to develop new partnerships, technologies, and companies to address aviation’s most critical needs. By dedicating significant time to workshops focused on building multi-disciplinary groups of aviation professionals alongside technologists, roboticists, researchers and entrepreneurs, the Summit has created a unique environment than can actually lead to real advances for the industry.”

Cole Wolfson, Director xBridge, Pittsburgh International Airport
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“Pittsburgh provides us with a truly unique setting for this event, unlike anything you’d find in a traditional convention center. By partnering with Pittsburgh International Airport and Carnegie Mellon University, we’re able to deliver a truly inspirational three-day agenda that brings together aviation and technology innovators for a vibrant mix of activities. From engineers and concessions leaders to roboticists, this event unites all stakeholders to drive meaningful progress. We look forward to welcoming everyone to Pittsburgh for what promises to be our most dynamic and impactful event ever.”

Daniel Coleman, Founder & CEO, Future Travel Experience

“I believe innovation is a mindset, and the primary goal of this Summit is to co-create new approaches and highlight how first-movers and pioneers are already leading the charge when it comes to new technology adoption, and energy and sustainability innovation. It will also provide the perfect showcase for our transformational new terminal program, with multiple conference sessions and dedicated tours of the new terminal - opening in 2025 - sure to be among the many event highlights.”

Christina Cassotis, Chief Executive Officer, Pittsburgh International Airport

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