What is Aviation Cultures?
Aviation Cultures is a series of conferences where researchers and practitioners come together to share their knowledge and ideas about flight, and its place in history and society. First held in 2015, Aviation Cultures has grown and evolved from small beginnings into major gatherings of people interested in not just what aviation is and what it can do, but also what aviation means, and has meant. To understand what kinds of things Aviation Cultures is about, read more about our history, look at what we discussed in past conferences, or watch our introductory videos.
There are several ‘Spotlight’ size events in planning for late 2025 and into 2026. Stay tuned though the news link, or subscribe to our mailing list to stay informed.
Our next major event is Aviation Cultures Mk.VIII
Partnering with the Canadian Aviation Historical Society (CAHS) this will be a joint online AND in person event with partners the KF Centre For Excellence in Kelowna, BC, Canada. The CAHS has held their Annual Convention at different locations across Canada for many years and we are pleased to be partnering with them to bring their fascinating event to a wider, global audience. We are also pleased to be bringing the global Aviation Cultures experience to Canada too. As always, the conference will be as accessible, open and wide ranging for people interested and involved in aviation as we can make.
The usual full online Aviation Cultures experience will be accessible from anywhere with a good internet connection!
Who is running Aviation Cultures Mk.VIII?
Co-organisers: Edward P Soye, James D Kightly.
Aviation Cultures Canadian Advisory Council (ACCAC): Shane Clayton, Jamie Hilsinger, Mark Peapell, Johnathan Scotland, Valerie Wood, Jeanine Yaworsky.
Aviation Cultures Team: Tash Heap, Brett Holman, Beverley Laing, Daniel J Leahy, Phil Vabre, Keith Webb, Geoff Wong, Andy Wright.
Aviation Cultures Conferences Incorporated Committee: President: James Kightly, Vice-President: Tash Heap, Secretary: Phil Vabre, Treasurer: Andy Wright.
The Original Aviation Cultures Founders: Dr Prudence Black, Dr Peter Hobbins, Professor Tracy Ireland, Dr Jane M Ferguson.