Join us for PAPA 2025
May 21, 2025
The Aviate team is headed to Las Vegas, NV for the 2025 PAPA industry expo from June 3-4, where United is the Diamond Sponsor. This two-day event celebrates Asian and Pacific Islander culture while supporting and empowering all in the aviation industry. Attendees will enjoy a career fair, food, cultural activities and performances, guest speakers and more.
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Check out where you can find our Aviate and United teams, as well as several Aviate partners at the event.
All events below are open to all Expo attendees.
United booth
Come visit the Pilot Hiring team at booth 314
When: Tuesday, June 3 and Wednesday, June 4 (9 AM – 12 PM and 1 PM – 4 PM)
Where: Booth 314
United Meet & Greets
Prioritization is first-come, first-served and you will be able to track your spot in a virtual queue. In our meet and greet, you’ll talk with pilots for about 10 minutes about your application, qualifications and any questions you may have.
When: Tuesday, June 3 (9 AM – 12 PM and 1 PM – 4 PM)
Where: Pavillion 9
United industry briefing
Hear the latest pilot news from United, including pilot growth plans, company insights, a pilot testimonial and more!
When: Tuesday, June 3 (1 PM – 2 PM) and Wednesday, June 4 (10 AM – 11 AM)
Where: Bellanca Session Hall
United Airlines presents – Pilot Adventures in Aviation
Featuring Captain Claiborne and Captain Frenay
When: Tuesday, June 3 (11:00 AM – 11:45 PM)
Where: Bellanca Session Hall
United Airlines presents – Navigating the Skies: Career Paths Inside and Outside the Flight Deck
Speakers include:
- Nikisha Ramsey - Director Early Careers and Talent Partnerships (host)
- Koiula Lau - Sr. Recruiter Aviate Programs
- Tara Alcera - Sr. Quality Assurance Representative; Tech Ops
- Jeff Chen - First Officer
When: Wednesday, June 4 (11:00 AM – 11:45 AM)
Where: Bellanca Session Hall
Aviate partner booths
Show your support for the Aviate program and say hello to our partners during the conference.
- United Aviate Academy - booth 313
- CommuteAir - booth 513
- ERAU - booth 725
- GoJet Airlines - booth 315
- University of North Dakota - booth 508
- Western Michigan University - booth 428