Join us for OBAP 2025
July 28, 2025
Join us for OBAP 2025
The Aviate team is headed to Tacoma, WA for the 2025 OBAP conference from August 6-8, where United is a Champion Sponsor. This three-day event is for aviation professionals to embrace the theme “Limitless Horizons: Advancing Toward a Unified Future,” where attendees will gather to chart a bold course toward innovation and inclusivity.
If you haven't registered yet, there's still time to purchase your registration below!
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United booths
Be sure to stop by and introduce yourselves to the Pilot Hiring, United Aviate, United Aviate Academy and Business Resource Group teams.
When: Wednesday, August 6 – Friday, August 8
Where: Booth 401 (United and Aviate) and Booth 501 (United Aviate Academy)
Meet & Greets with United
Say hello to United and Aviate recruiters during our meet & greets.
*Prioritization is first-come, first-served. A QR code will be made available 2 hours before the scheduled daily starting time and signups will open 30 minutes prior to the start of the scheduled starting time. All candidates should meet United Airlines hiring minimums and have an active application on file.
When:
- Wednesday, August 6 (10 AM - 4:30 PM)
- Thursday, August 7 (9 AM – 3:30 PM)
- Friday, August 8 (10 AM – 3:30 PM)
*Closed 11:30am-12:30pm daily for lunch
Where: Point Defiance Room (Marriott)
Altitude Adjustment: How we're Navigating a Changing Industry
This session will bring together suite leaders from the nation’s major airlines, including United’s VP of Houston (IAH) Hub Phil Griffith, for a forward-looking conversation about the current state — and future — of the aviation industry. Designed with the Black aerospace community in mind, the discussion will go beyond the flight deck to explore innovation, workforce development, strategic growth, and how professionals of color can shape the industry’s future.
When: Wednesday, August 6 (10 AM – 11:30 AM)
Pilot Hiring Industry Brief
Join us to gain exclusive industry insights from some of our pilot leaders, learn firsthand knowledge from our pilot hiring experts and hear about our commitment to your aviation career. There will also be time for Q&A, so come with any questions. We hope to see you there!
When: Wednesday, August 6 (1:30 - 2:30 PM)
Western Welcome Reception – Presented by United
Dust off your boots for the OBAP 2025 Western Welcome Reception presented by United Airlines. The music is up, the floor is packed, the line dances are rolling, and we can’t wait to see you there! Bring your cowboy boots, hats, and your best moves. We’re starting the week off right over small bites and beverages.
When: Wednesday, August 6 (7 PM)
Where: 5 th floor
Youth Day: Sponsored by United
Registered students can participate in a day-long hands-on celebration of aerospace and aviation during this annual event. You can still register for Youth Day.
When: Thursday, August 7 (8 AM – 2 PM)
Where: Ballroom
Aviate network in attendance
Be sure to say hello to our Aviate-participating universities, flight schools, Part 135 operators and United Express carriers throughout the week. Check out who will be in attendance below.
- California Aeronautical University
- Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
- GoJet Airlines
- Lewis University
- Purdue University
- Southern Illinois University
- United Aviate Academy
- UND Aerospace Foundation
- US Aviation
- Western Michigan University