Aviation Innovation Summit

The Aviation Innovation Summit is a student‑organized event hosted in collaboration with the Hiller Aviation Museum, taking place on April 25, 11:00 AM. This year’s summit brings together industry leaders from Ampaire and Reliable Robotics for a dynamic panel discussion focused on two of the most critical challenges facing general aviation today: sustainability and safety. In addition to sharing insights into cutting‑edge technologies, the panelists will reflect on their own career journeys—highlighting how curiosity, persistence, and personal growth have shaped their paths in aviation.

Ampaire is pioneering hybrid‑electric aircraft technology that reduces fuel consumption, emissions, and noise while making regional air travel more accessible and efficient. By retrofitting existing aircraft with electric propulsion systems, Ampaire is working toward a more sustainable future for aviation without requiring entirely new infrastructure. Reliable Robotics, meanwhile, is advancing autonomous flight systems designed to dramatically improve aviation safety by automating all phases of flight—from taxi to landing—while remaining fully compatible with existing airspace and aircraft. Together, these companies offer a powerful look at how innovation is transforming aviation today. The Aviation Innovation Summit aims to inspire curiosity about the rapidly evolving general aviation industry and encourage the next generation to pursue their interests, explore new technologies, and imagine their own futures in aviation.

Summit included with museum admission. Hiller Aviation Museum Members are free.