Sponsorship Opportunities ✈
2027 Great Alaska
Aviation Gathering
Registration Opens November 2026
Alaska's largest aviation event
Connect with the people who keep Alaska flying
Each year, the Alaska Airmen’s Association hosts the Great Alaska Aviation Gathering, Alaska’s largest aviation event, bringing together aviation enthusiasts, industry leaders, and aviators from across the country.
✈ +250 Exhibitors
✈ +20,000 Attendees
✈ Unique Aircraft Displays
✈ Educational Workshops
✈ Career Fair
✈ Youth Activities
Why Sponsor the Gathering?
Put your brand in front of people who live & breath aviation
Put your business at the heart of Alaska's aviation community by becoming a sponsor of the 30th Annual Great Alaska Aviation Gathering.
Sponsorship is more than an opportunity to showcase your brand. It's an investment in valuable industry connections, meaningful community engagement, and the future of aviation in Alaska.
Join us in making the 2027 Gathering an unforgettable experience!
Connect with Your Target Audience
Meet the pilots, aircraft owners, mechanics, aviation businesses, and enthusiasts who depend on aviation every day. Engage directly with potential customers, business partners, and industry professionals in a setting built around their shared passion for flight.
Expand Your Brand's Visibility
Put your name in front of Alaska's aviation community through a combination of event signage, online promotion, printed materials, and on-site recognition. With opportunities for exposure before, during, and after the Gathering, your sponsorship extends beyond the two-day event.
Invest in Alaska's Aviation Future
By sponsoring the Gathering, you're helping the Alaska Airmen's Association keep this important event accessible to the public while celebrating aviation, encouraging the next generation of aviators, and creating opportunities for education and connection.
Sponsorship Levels
Find the right opportunity for your business
From growing local businesses to established industry leaders, we offer sponsorship opportunities designed to provide meaningful visibility and valuable connections at different investment levels.
Platinum Sponsorship
$10,000
Premier Visibility. Maximum Engagement.
Get More InfoTake your place among the Gathering's most prominent supporters with our highest sponsorship level.
Platinum sponsorship is designed for businesses looking to establish a strong presence at the event while maximizing their promotional opportunities across print, digital, and on-site channels.
Package benefits include:
- Two premium 10x8' trade show exhibit booths
- Company logo featured on the official event poster
- Prominent logo placement on the Gathering website with a link to your business upon sponsorship confirmation
- One full-page, full-color advertisement in the official Gathering program
- Premium banner placement in a high-traffic event area
- Two dedicated social media promotional posts within six weeks leading up to the Gathering
- Three VIP parking spaces
- Access to sponsor lounge amenities and premium refreshments
An excellent fit for: Major aircraft manufacturers, aviation suppliers, national industry brands, and organizations seeking their strongest possible presence at the Gathering.
gold Sponsorship
$6,000
Premium Exposure. Meaningful Connections.
Get More InfoMake a lasting impression with premium event visibility and a robust mix of promotional benefits.
Gold sponsorship provides an outstanding opportunity to elevate your brand while connecting with aviation professionals, customers, and enthusiasts throughout the Gathering.
Package benefits include:
- One premium trade show exhibit booth
- Company logo and website link on the Gathering website upon sponsorship confirmation
- One full-page, full-color advertisement in the official Gathering program
- Banner display opportunities (historically up to 10 feet, subject to venue approval)
- One dedicated social media promotional post within six weeks leading up to the Gathering
- Two VIP parking spaces
- Access to sponsor lounge amenities and premium refreshments
An excellent fit for: Established aviation businesses, equipment suppliers, service providers, and brands seeking a high-visibility sponsorship package.
silver Sponsorship
$4,000
Stand Out. Build Relationships.
Get More InfoElevate your visibility and make valuable industry connections through a sponsorship package that balances meaningful brand exposure with a premium trade show presence.
Silver sponsorship is ideal for businesses that want to take their participation beyond a standard exhibit booth.
Package benefits include:
- All standard sponsorship benefits
- One premium 10x8' trade show exhibit booth
- Company logo and website link on the Gathering website
- One half-page, full-color advertisement in the official Gathering program
- Banner display opportunities (historically up to 6 feet, subject to venue approval)
- Access to complimentary premium coffee and refreshments
An excellent fit for: Growing aviation companies, regional service providers, specialty equipment businesses, and organizations looking to expand their reach.
bronze Sponsorship
$2,500
Get Connected. Get Recognized.
Get More InfoBecome a recognized supporter of Alaska aviation while introducing your business to one of the state's most passionate communities.
Bronze sponsorship offers an accessible way to increase your brand's visibility, participate in the Gathering, and support an event that brings Alaska's aviation community together.
Package benefits include:
- All standard sponsorship benefits
- One trade show exhibit booth
- Company logo and website link on the Gathering website
- One quarter-page, full-color advertisement in the official Gathering program
- Event signage, sponsor announcements, and other standard sponsor recognition opportunities
An excellent fit for: Small businesses, local service providers, emerging aviation brands, and organizations seeking a cost-conscious entry into event sponsorship.
Specialty Sponsorships
Support the experiences that make the Gathering special
Looking for a more focused way to connect your brand with Alaska's aviation community?
In addition to our traditional sponsorship packages, the Great Alaska Aviation Gathering has offered specialty opportunities that allow businesses to support individual programs, activities, and event experiences.
Specialty sponsorships can provide distinctive brand exposure while connecting your business with an experience that reflects your company's values, audience, and goals.
Potential Specialty Opportunities:
✈ Aviation Youth Activity Center Sponsor
✈ Lanyard Sponsor
✈ Exhibitor Badges
✈ VIP/Volunteer Lounge Sponsor
✈ Exhibitor Dinner Sponsor
✈ "Famous" Volunteer Hoodie Sponsor
✈ Aviation Career Fair Sponsor
✈ Aviation Educational Seminar Sponsor
Sponsorship FAQ
Quick answers to common sponsorship questions
When & Where is the 2027 Gathering?
May 15 - 16, 2027 @ FedEx Maintenance Hangar
5800 Lockheed Ave
Ted Stevens International Airport
Anchorage, AK 99502
The 30th Annual Great Alaska Aviation Gathering will take place May 15–16, 2027, at the FedEx Hangar at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in Anchorage, Alaska.
When does sponsorship/exhibitor registration open?
November 2026
Registration for 2027 sponsors is scheduled to open in November 2026. Businesses interested in sponsoring may contact the Alaska Airmen's Association in advance to discuss opportunities.
Does sponsorship include an exhibit booth?
Yes!
The Association's currently published Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsorship packages all include exhibit space.
Booth size, location, and configurations for 2027 will be confirmed as venue plans are finalized. Expected standard booth sizes are 10x8' while Platinum/Gold booths are 10x16'
Can we sponsor a specific event or activity instead of choosing a traditional sponsorship level?
Of Course!
The Gathering has historically offered specialty sponsorships for individual activities, programs, and branded experiences.
Contact our team to discuss which options will be available for 2027.
What if we're unsure which sponsorship level is right for us?
We're happy to help!
Whether your priority is brand awareness, industry networking, product promotion, recruiting, or supporting the aviation community, our team can help you explore the options best suited to your goals.
Can we discuss a custom sponsorship?
Absolutely.
If you have an idea for a unique partnership or promotional opportunity, we'd welcome the conversation. Custom opportunities are subject to availability and event approval.
Who should we contact about sponsorship?
Reach the Alaska Airmen's Association at info@alaskaairmen.org or call (907) 245-1251.
Our team is happy to provide info on the various sponsorship opportunities available :)
Ready to put your brand in the spotlight?
Let's make something great happen
2027 sponsorship registration is scheduled to open in November 2026. Contact our team to discuss opportunities in advance.
Join the businesses and organizations helping bring Alaska's aviation community together for the 2027 Great Alaska Aviation Gathering.
Whether you're ready to select a sponsorship level or would simply like to learn more about the opportunities available, we're here to help you get started.
Registration Link Coming Soon
Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors!
Proudly supported by the aviation community
The Great Alaska Aviation Gathering wouldn't be possible without the generous support of businesses and organizations that believe in the importance of aviation in Alaska.
Our sponsors help us bring this community together, offer opportunities for connection and education, and maintain the Gathering's longstanding tradition of free public admission.
We're grateful to the companies that have supported the Gathering over the years and look forward to welcoming both returning and first-time sponsors in 2027.