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Please join Open Doors Organization for our 10th Universal Access in Aviation (UAIA) at the Omni Houston on November 3-5, 2026!

Image showing drawing of Houston skyline and text reads "Universal Access in Aviation 2026. November 3-5, 2025. Houston, TX. For more information contact Jacob at Jacob@opendoorsnfp.org.

About UAIA
Universal Access in Aviation (UAIA) provides a unique forum for dialogue among key stakeholders in the aviation industry worldwide. Attendees include representatives from airports, airlines, airline service companies, suppliers, government agencies, and travelers with disabilities.

Held biennially by Open Doors Organization since 2006, this two-day conference fosters an open exchange of ideas and best practices focused on improving customer service and accessibility for air travelers with disabilities and older adults.

As in past years, UAIA will kick off with a Networking Cocktail Reception on the first evening, followed by two full days of presentations, panel discussions, and a mini-expo. Breakfast and lunch included.

On November 3, Open Doors Organization will also host both Airline and Airport Symposia before the official opening of UAIA. These closed-door sessions bring together industry colleagues from across the U.S. and around the world to discuss shared challenges and explore potential solutions. Attendees from airlines and airports are encouraged to arrive early to participate.

Preliminary Agenda: View our preliminary agenda here!

Venue and Hotel:
The conference will take place at the Omni Houston. There is a discounted group rate of $189 for conference attendees – book your room today! Omni Houston Discounted Rate

Registration:
Early Bird Registration Rate – $500.00 – Ends May 1st

A picture taken from behind attendees at the 2022 UAIA event
A picture of Eric Lipp with award winner Rosalie
A picture of a man in a wheelchair watching a sunset from an airport window
A view of the UAIA attendees as seen from the front
A view of the UAIA attendees as seen from behind
A side view photo of a panel of speakers at the 2018 UAIA event
A photo including 4 attendees who are blind or low-vision with their service animals
A side view photo of some attendees at the 2018 UAIA event
A picture taken from behind the attendees at the 2018 UAIA event
A picture of ODO staff in front of the 2018 UAIA Banner, including Pat, Laurel, Eric, Craig, and Katy.

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