2026 AEA South Pacific Regional Conference – Justify Your Attendance
Copy and paste the below and send to your boss.

<Manager’s Name>,
I’d like to request approval to attend the 2026 Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) South Pacific Regional Event, happening September 16-17 in Cairns. It’s the key regional event for general and business aviation avionics professionals, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, training, industry innovation, and networking.
The two-day event includes:

• CASA-approved training sessions that count toward the ongoing requirements for maintaining avionics licences - essential for staying compliant and up to date.
• Plenty of networking opportunities with peers, regulators, and suppliers, which can help improve how we handle business processes and keep ahead of regulatory shifts and industry trends.
• An industry exhibition showcasing new products, technology, and services -great for spotting ideas we can apply or partners worth connecting with.

It’s a hands-on, fast-paced event packed with practical insights I can bring back and put to use right away. It’s also one of the most efficient and cost-effective ways to stay current with the latest in avionics standards and best practices, while building our industry connections.

Estimated costs:
Registration

• Includes all CASA training and access to the exhibition
  US$450

Hotel

• Approximate cost for 2 nights in central Brisbane
  $ [insert]

Travel

• Return flights or driving costs
  $ [insert]

Total
$ [insert]

I’d be happy to share what I learn with the team afterward. Thanks for considering this.

<Insert Name>