2026 Sponsorship Opportunities

Where the Aviation Training Community Connects!

The World Aviation Training Summit (WATS) is the go-to global event for aviation training professionals. Bringing together leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across the industry, WATS delivers powerful conference streams dedicated to pilot, maintenance, cabin crew, and ab initio training, plus exclusive sessions like the invitation-only Heads of Training meeting, LATAM meeting and a world-class exhibition showcasing the latest technologies and solutions.

Whether you’re looking to build brand visibility, launch a product, or connect with high-value leads, WATS 2026 offers flexible sponsorship opportunities to fit every budget. From high-impact packages to bespoke solutions, we’re committed to delivering maximum exposure and measurable ROI for your brand.

71% of our attendees have a role in purchasing decisions.

All WATS sponsorships are designed for impact. Every package includes a comprehensive branding bundle that amplifies your presence across multiple channels, from live event exposure to digital, social, and email campaigns, ensuring your message reaches our global delegate audience and beyond.

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Gold Sponsorship

Go for Gold: Maximize Your Impact at WATS 2026

Our premier Gold Sponsorship package is built to elevate your brand visibility across every touchpoint of the WATS experience. From digital channels to onsite branding, this high-impact option ensures your company is seen, heard, and remembered by the global aviation training community.

Gold Sponsorship Includes:

Your logo featured in all event promotions, advertising, and editorial coverage on Halldale.com
Sponsor spotlight across Halldale Media’s global social media channels
A tailored social media package to boost engagement and awareness
Company profile, logo, and link on the WATS event website
Brand placement throughout the venue: conference room, exhibition hall, and event signage
Your promo video played before sessions and on screens in the Exhibition Hall (30–90 seconds)
Sponsor recognition during opening and closing remarks
Exclusive seat drop in the conference room on Day 2
4 complimentary staff passes
6 complimentary sponsored delegate passes to invite key airline and ATO/ab initio contacts
Company logo featured in the Event App

Icebreaker Reception – Monday 4th May, 2026

Host our premium networking event with drinks tickets personally handed out by WATS staff or your team.

Branded invitation and welcome message sent to all attendees via email.
Branded signage at the entrance and the bar.
350 drink tickets.

Event App and wifi package

WiFi and Event App

Sponsor the WATS 2025 Event App and attendee high speed WiFi connection.

Your company’s branding across Event App.
Your company’s branding on the WiFi log-in code handout given to all delegates at registration.
Personalized WiFi log-in code to include company name.

We’d be happy to discuss variations and design a bespoke portfolio, catering to your specific needs, or to investigate new ideas. Just speak to the WATS sales team.

Silver Sponsorship

Shine with Silver: Targeted Brand Visibility at WATS 2026

The Silver Sponsorship package offers a standout opportunity to place your brand directly in front of the global aviation training community. Designed to ensure maximum exposure among delegates, this package includes a curated mix of digital, print, and in-person touchpoints.

Silver Sponsorship Includes:

A dedicated email sent to all registered delegates, introducing your company before the event
Logo featured in all event promotional materials, including advertising and editorial content on Halldale.com
Social media promotion as an official WATS sponsor across Halldale’s channels
Corporate profile, logo, and URL displayed on the WATS event website
Onsite logo placement in the conference room, Exhibition Hall, and across key event signage
Company video played on loop on screens throughout the Exhibition Hall
3 complimentary staff passes
4 sponsored delegate passes to invite airline or ab initio/ATO guests
Your logo featured in the official Event App

Want to elevate your presence even further? Let’s talk about custom add-ons to make your sponsorship work even harder.

Lunch Break (Day 1 & 2)

Host a delicious 5-star lunch for the entire WATS community with catering stations located throughout the Exhibition Hall.

2 x promotional banners with your key message.
Signage at serving stations.
Announcement during the conferences before and after your hosted lunch.
Your company reference in an Event App notification at the start of your hosted lunch.

Pilot Conference Sponsorship

Reach a highly targeted audience, relevant to your business.

Your logo displayed on the screen between sessions.
Your logo included on the online Conference Programme and Event App, and post-conference promotion.
Promotional print banners with your key message in the conference room during Pilot Training Conference sessions.

Registration

Reach all WATS delegates as the Registration Sponsor.

Your logo/branding (dominant) on the registration desk graphics.
Your logo and Registration Sponsor title on the event website registration page.
Your logo included in the Event App, all event signage and on the screensaver between conference sessions.

Heads of Training Meeting

As the Heads of Training (HoT) Meeting sponsor, your company’s brand will reach a highly targeted audience during this invitation-only meeting.

An email to all the Heads of Training meeting attendees with your logo and message.
Your logo displayed on the screen at the start of the session.
Your promtional materials available on a dedicated sponsor table situated within the meeting room.

Lanyards

High visibility branding reaching all delegates.

Branded lanyard handed to all attendees on arrival.
Lanyards to be provided by the Sponsor.

WiFi

Sponsor the WATS 2025 attendee high speed WiFi connection.

Your company’s branding on the WiFi log-in code handout given to all delegates at registration.
Personalized WiFi log-in code to include company name.

Bronze Sponsorship

Bronze Sponsorship: Smart Visibility, Strategic Reach

Looking for a high-impact yet cost-effective way to connect with key players in aviation training? Our Bronze Sponsorship package is designed for brands that want to make targeted impressions within WATS conference streams, without overextending the budget.

Bronze Sponsorship Includes:

Your logo featured across all event promotional materials, including online ads and editorial on Halldale.com
Corporate profile, logo, and website link listed on the official event site
Onsite visibility with your logo displayed in the conference room and Exhibition Hall
2 complimentary staff passes
2 complimentary sponsored delegate passes to invite airline or ab initio/ATO guests to WATS

This is the ideal entry point for companies wanting to step into the WATS spotlight with precision and purpose.

Coffee Breaks (Day 1 and 2)

More than a coffee, host hot and cold beverages, sumptuous pastries, cookies and more. Everyone knows the importance of a coffee break.

Morning and afternoon coffee breaks, with snacks each day.
Announcement in the conference sessions before and after each break.
Your signage at all serving stations.
Your Company referenced in an Event App notification at the start of each hosted coffee break.

Table Centres

Get creative with your centre pieces and message, on display at every large table within the exhibition.

Situated on all large tables during the event.
Sponsor to provide the materials and set up at their cost.

Cabin Crew Conference Sponsorship

Reach a highly targeted audience, relevant to your business.

Your logo displayed on the screen between conference sessions.
Your logo on the online conference programme, post-conference promotion and in the Event App.
Free standing promotional banner with your key message in the conference room.

Maintenance Conference Sponsorship

Reach a highly targeted audience, relevant to your business.

Your logo displayed on the screen between conference sessions.
Your logo on the online conference programme, post-conference promotion and in the Event App.
Free standing promotional banner with your key message in the conference room.

Latin American & Caribbean Training Leaders Meeting

A popular session for Spanish-speaking attendees.

Announcement before and after the meeting as sponsor.
Your logo on all event signage related to the meeting.

Hotel Key Cards

Keep your brand visible with this guest promotion.

Your branding on all hotel key cards for WATS delegates staying at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort.

Additional options

Social Media Package

$1,375 (1 month) / $2,375 (2 months)

4 x or 8 x weekly posts across Halldale/CAT social channels.
Bespoke content creation.
Links to exhibitor page on event website.
Company and individual tagging.

Bronze Branding Package

$4,525

Your logo included in all event promotional materials including advertising and news items on Halldale.com.
Corporate profile, logo and URL included on the event website.
Logo on signages in conference rooms and Exhibition Hall.
2 x complimentary staff passes.
2 x complimentary sponsored delegate passes for inviting airline and ab initio/ATO guests to attend WATS.
Your logo included in the Event App.

Ab Initio Training Conference Sponsorship

Reach key staff from ab initio training schools.

Your logo displayed on screen in conference room.
Your logo on the online ab initio conference programme, post-conference promotion and Event App.
Your promotional material in the conference room.