Evolving Economics
Shifting cost structures and post-pandemic recovery models rewriting airline viability.
Call for Papers · Open 1 Aug 2026
The First Annual International Seminar on Aviation
Navigating the future of global aviation management. A live worldwide broadcast where rigorous scholarship meets real-world industry practice — hosted by the Aviation Logistics and Travel Institute of India & Vimaan Desk.
- Date
- 7 Dec 2026
- Format
- Fully Virtual
- Tracks
- Five Parallel
- Entry
- No Fee
The Management Gap
Aviation is being radically reshaped — yet platforms to examine it through a global management lens remain scarce.
Passenger Demand
Rapid shifts in market expectations and regional connectivity patterns.
Workforce Expectations
Changing talent acquisition, retention and labour relations dynamics.
AI Integration
The fast-emerging influence of artificial intelligence across operations.
Dimension
Traditional model
ISA 2026 model
Access barrier
High registration and travel costs
Free global broadcast for partner institutions
Geographic reach
Siloed to the host region
Universally accessible worldwide
Discourse focus
Purely academic echo-chambers
Deep industry–academia integration
Social impact
Highly localized benefits
Empowering developing regions
The World You'll Be Writing About
One industry, many stories — pick the one you know best
Whether your research follows the passenger, the crew, the airport, the aircraft or the boardroom, there is a track and an audience for it at ISA 2026.
The Passenger Journey
From kerb to gate — service design, demand and experience.
Aviation Professionals
Talent, training and the future workforce of the industry.
Airports & Hubs
Capacity, connectivity and regional airport economics.
Airlines & Aircraft
Network strategy, fleet planning and sustainable operations.
Operations & Safety
Air traffic management, safety culture and AI-assisted control.
Aviation Leaders
Policy, governance and the voices shaping global aviation.
Five Parallel Thematic Tracks
Pick the pillar your research belongs to
Each track addresses a distinct facet of modern aviation management, so authors can submit highly specialized work and still reach a global audience.
A
Aviation Economics
- Air transport markets & cost structures
- Fuel and route economics
- Airline financial performance
- Regional connectivity economics
- Post-pandemic recovery models
B
Aviation Marketing
- Airline branding & passenger experience design
- Digital and social media strategy
- Ancillary revenue & loyalty programs
- Destination marketing partnerships
C
Aviation Human Resources
- Talent acquisition and retention
- Crew resource management
- Workforce diversity & labour relations
- Training pedagogy & leadership development
D
Aviation Services Management
- Airport operations & ground handling
- Cargo and logistics management
- MRO services
- Customer service quality & safety compliance
E
Aviation & Artificial Intelligence
- AI in flight operations and scheduling
- Predictive maintenance ecosystems
- AI-driven customer service innovations
- Data analytics for strategic decisions
- Ethics and regulation of AI adoption
Two Ways to Join
Which applicant are you?
Authors & Young Researchers
Present evidence-based scholarship on a global platform and get published in a citable, peer-reviewed volume.
- 01Choose one of the five thematic tracks.
- 02Submit an abstract of 250–300 words with 4–5 keywords by 30 Sep 2026.
- 03On acceptance, submit the full paper by 10 Nov 2026 for double-blind peer review.
- 04Present live on 7 Dec 2026 and appear in the ISBN e-Book of Proceedings.
Sends to support@vimaandesk.com
Partner Institutions
Connect your students and faculty directly with international aviation experts — without geographic or financial barriers.
- 01Register your university, college or research centre as a broadcast partner.
- 02Host a live screening for students and faculty — at no cost.
- 03Encourage scholars in your institution to submit to the tracks.
- 04Receive the published proceedings free for your library.
Sends to support@vimaandesk.com
Registration Fees
Two categories, one simple registration
Pay directly by bank transfer or UPI, or request a secure link from our official payment gateway. Every registration response is received at support@vimaandesk.com.
Industry Professional
₹3,000INR · per applicant
Airlines, airports, ground handling, MRO, travel, logistics and consulting professionals.
- ✦Live presentation slot in your chosen track
- ✦Certificate of presentation
- ✦Inclusion in the ISBN e-Book of Proceedings
- ✦Full access to all broadcast sessions
Academic Professional
₹1,500INR · per applicant
Faculty, research scholars and postgraduate students of universities and colleges.
- ✦Live presentation slot in your chosen track
- ✦Certificate of presentation
- ✦Inclusion in the ISBN e-Book of Proceedings
- ✦Full access to all broadcast sessions
Option 1 — Direct bank transfer
Pay the fee directly to the official account below by NEFT/IMPS/UPI and email the confirmation slip to support@vimaandesk.com.
- Account name
- Vimaan Desk Private Limited
- Account number
- 926020033392388
- IFSC code
- UTIB0005109
Option 2 — Official payment gateway
Request a secure gateway link to pay by card, net banking, UPI or wallet. The receipt is issued automatically to your email once the payment succeeds.
All registration and payment queries are received at support@vimaandesk.com
New for the 2026–2027 cycle
AVIATION Online Journal (2026–2027)
A peer-reviewed, open-access online journal for aviation management, operations, policy and technology — publishing continuously alongside ISA 2026. Selected seminar papers are invited for the inaugural volume.
- Double-blind peer review with a 4–6 week decision cycle
- Open access — free to read, free to publish
- Quarterly issues across the 2026–2027 volume
The Journey to Publication
Critical milestones
- 1 Aug 2026
Call for Papers opens
Authors - 30 Sep 2026
Last date for abstract submission
Authors - 10 Oct 2026
Notification of abstract acceptance
Committee - 10 Nov 2026
Full paper submission deadline
Authors - 20 Nov 2026
Notification of final acceptance
Committee - 7 Dec 2026
Seminar — live global broadcast
Everyone - Jan 2027
Publication of e-Book of Proceedings
Committee
7 December 2026
Event day flight plan
Sessions feature an additional overlapping slot to accommodate international time zones.
09:30Registration & welcome address
10:00Inaugural plenary — Global Aviation Outlook (international keynote panel)
11:15Parallel track sessions I — paper presentations
13:00Break
14:00Parallel track sessions II — paper presentations
16:00Closing plenary — moderated expert roundtable & Q&A
17:00Valedictory session & announcement of the e-Book release
A Lasting Scholarly Record
Proceedings of ISA 2026: Advancing Aviation
Double-blind peer review
Every accepted paper passes a structured, anonymised review process.
Official ISBN
Published under the joint imprint of the two host institutions.
Free global distribution
Sent to all partner universities and research centres to maximise citation value.
Applicant Queries
Answers before you apply
+What is the registration fee?
Industry professionals pay ₹3,000 per applicant and academic professionals pay ₹1,500 per applicant. You can pay directly by bank transfer or UPI, or request a secure link from our official payment gateway. Attending the broadcast at a partner institution remains free.
+Who can submit a paper?
Faculty, research scholars, postgraduate students and industry practitioners worldwide. Early-career researchers are actively encouraged.
+What should the abstract contain?
250–300 words stating the research problem, method, findings or expected findings, plus 4–5 keywords and your chosen track (A–E).
+Can I attend without presenting?
Yes. Students and faculty at partner institutions can join the live screening, and individual attendees can register through their institution.
+How does the virtual format handle time zones?
Each track session runs with an additional overlapping slot so presenters across regions can be scheduled comfortably.
+Will I receive a certificate?
Presenting authors receive a certificate of presentation, and partner institutions are recognised as founding broadcast partners of ISA 2026.
An Invitation to the Founding Chapter
Join the inaugural edition of an annual tradition
Universities, research centres, scholars and industry experts are warmly invited to help make ISA 2026 a resounding success.
All abstracts, full papers and partnership applications are received at
support@vimaandesk.com