Speaker presentations are given on subjects of current interest, including insurance, law, governmental activity, and aviation and aerospace technology. In the past, speakers have included the CEO of Lloyd's, Administrators of the FAA, NASA Astronauts, United States District Court Judges, United States Legislators, as well as experts in the aerospace industry.  An important feature of this conference includes the participation of the program's lead underwriters, who are available for private consultations with insureds and potential insureds, together with their brokers.

Speaker Details Coming Soon

Conference Registration Opens Spring 2026

$350 Fee Required

• Non-ABC Risk or Insurance Managers of companies producing aircraft products and services
• ABC Program Underwriters (representatives from the participating office of ABC markets)

$750 Fee Required

• Insurance Brokers
• Non-ABC Underwriters
• Consultants
• Fitzpatrick, Hunt & Pagano, LLP Attorney

No Fee Required

• ABC Insureds (for current ABC insureds that participate in ABC's products liability insurance facility)

Please Note: 

We will be taking photographs at the conference, which may be used in ABC publications and/or on our website. Please let us know in writing if you do not wish to have your image in our publicity.

All requests for refunds must be submitted in writing to ABC. Cancellations received by September 11, 2026 will receive a full refund. No refunds will be given after September 11, 2026. Individuals are responsible for cancellation of hotel and transportation reservations.

InterContinental Miami

100 Chopin Plaza

Miami, FL 33131

305-577-1000

Miami starts here. Built around Henry Moore’s famous sculpture, “The Spindle,” this luxury Miami hotel lies along the downtown waterfront, with the city’s business centers and famous beaches both within easy reach. To complement a premier hotel experience, you’ll find a one-of-a-kind schedule of events and bayside happenings, including culinary pop-ups, salsa dancing, art shows, yoga, and so much more.  Stay at InterContinental Miami and enjoy unparalleled service while beholding commanding views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay, and the Port of Miami. Newly renovated luxurious guest rooms present luxury paired with Miami charm.

Hotel Room Rate

$229 per night plus 13% tax per night. 

Hotel Service Fee

A daily Hotel Service Fee of $21 per room per night, exclusive of tax, will be added to each individual room rate. This service fee provides wireless high-speed internet in the guest rooms and meeting space.

The conference rate is only valid until September 2 OR until the contracted room block is filled which may occur earlier than September 2. Please book early for best availability. After this date, any un-reserved rooms will be released into general hotel inventory for resale.

Parking

Overnight regular vehicles $58++. 

Cancelation Policy

You may cancel your reservation for no charge 72 hours before arrival. Please note that the InterContinental Miami will assess a fee of one (1) night room and tax if you must cancel after this deadline. If you have made a prepayment, the hotel will retain all or part of your prepayment. If not, the hotel will charge your credit card.

Hotel Reservations

Please book your hotel room via the link below.  If you are unable to book your hotel via the link, you may also reserve your room by calling +1 305-577-1000  and reference the Aircraft Builders Council Conference to receive the group rate.  Hotel rooms, outside of the contracted room block dates, may be available but at higher rates.  Please call the hotel for assistance if you need to book a room for an extended stay.

Hotel Location

The conference hotel recommends ride share services such as Uber or Lyft, which average about $16 from Miami to our hotel and estimated $35 from Fort Lauderdale airport. Allow their concierge to assist in arranging private airport transfers. Please call 305-577-1000 for further information. 

Ground Transportation

Uber, Lyft and local taxis are available to/from the hotel.  exit your terminal on the lower arrivals level, follow signs for "Rideshare/Uber," use the app to confirm your specific pickup spot (often near baggage claim doors), and meet your driver there.

Parking fees

Overnight regular vehicles $58++. 

Directions from Airport

ABC’s annual conference is a premier forum on the aviation and aerospace industry and products liability.  This unique event brings together insureds, potential insureds, lead underwriters, brokers and defense counsel all at one locale.  Over 350 industry professionals attend and your sponsorship will enable ABC to enhance the conference experience for its growing number of attendees.  Your support is greatly appreciated!

To secure your spot as a 2026 ABC Conference Sponsor, please use this online form or access the hard copy.

ELIGIBILITY: Sponsorship is open to ABC program underwriters and participating brokers.  For other parties desiring sponsorship, please email info@aircraftbuilders.com stating your interest which will be reviewed by the ABC Marketing Committee.

BENEFITS of becoming a sponsor include:

•    All sponsors will receive recognition through ABC's LinkedIn page, recognition in pre and post conference communications, and an ABC website link to your company website. 

•    Additional benefits are dependent on your level of sponsorship.  

Note:  ABC’s ability to deliver on the benefits outlined above is based upon receiving this sponsorship form and payment by August 14, 2026.  After that date some benefits may be missed due to printing/shipping deadlines that are strictly adhered to.   Please note that sponsorship is separate from conference registration; to attend the conference, please visit aircraftbuilders.com to register.   You will receive confirmation of your sponsorship via email.