Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ERA General Assembly?
The ERA General Assembly is one of the major events within the European aviation industry, attracting many airline executives, high level representatives from airports, aircraft manufacturers and other senior-level experts from throughout the regional air transport sector. It comprises an extensive exhibition area, a two-day conference, press conferences and the prestigious Awards Dinner. In addition, two workshops take place at the same location, simultaneously to the General Assembly, offering workshop delegates the opportunity to attend the exhibition area.

Who organises the General Assembly?
The ERA General Assembly is organised by the ERA Directorate. Daphne Donnelly, Director Business Development, is responsible for the planning and organisation of the General Assembly. For further information about the event, please contact either Daphne or one of her colleagues on +44 (0)1276 485565 or at bus.dev@eraa.org  

• Paula Bangle, Manager Business Development
     o Deputy for Daphne Donnelly, Sponsorship, Conferencing and Awards Dinner

• Tina Roberts, Manager Administration 
     o Exhibition

• Katie Gibbs, Coordinator Business Development
     o Delegate Registration and Hotel Reservations

• Lesley Shepherd, Manager Corporate Communications
     o Press Conferences and Media Liaison

ATTENDANCE AND MEMBERSHIP

Who can attend the ERA General Assembly?
The General Assembly is open to multiple delegates from ERA member companies. Members, ERA invited guests and the media may attend the General Assembly. To check if your company is a member, please click here.

If my company is not an ERA member, how do I join the association?
To become a member of ERA, please click here to request an information pack. You will then receive a membership application form, which you need to complete and fax back to the ERA Directorate. Once your completed application form and fee is received, your membership will be confirmed and you may register for the General Assembly.

How do I register to attend the General Assembly?
The official General Assembly invitation will be distributed to ERA member main representatives and additional member company personnel in mid-June. All member delegates wishing to register for the event can do so interactively via the Registration page or by downloading the booking forms.

What type of delegate registration categories are available?
Primary Delegate
Each member company may register one delegate as the primary delegate. The primary delegate is usually the main ERA company representative or a nominated alternate.

Additional Delegates
All other attendees who do not qualify as the main primary delegate and are not from an ERA member airline, should register as an additional delegate.

Additional ERA Airline Member Personnel
All airline member personnel who are not the primary delegate.

Can an airline, who is not a member, attend the ERA General Assembly?
ERA welcomes all airlines to attend the General Assembly. If you are a non-member airline, or would like to recommend one to be invited, please contact Katie Gibbs, Coordinator Business Development at bus.dev@eraa.org who will be able to assist you.

EXHIBITION

Who can exhibit at the ERA General Assembly?
Any ERA member company, subject to space availability. For further information please contact Tina Roberts, Manager Administration at tina.roberts@eraa.org 

AWARDS

How can I enter my organisation for the Airline of the Year or Airport Achievement Awards?
If you are an airline or airport member, you may enter your organisation for either of these two prestigious awards. The winners will be announced at the Awards Dinner during the ERA General Assembly. To receive an entry form, please contact Lesley Shepherd, Manager Corporate Communications, ERA at lesley.shepherd@eraa.org or visit the Awards section of this site.

Please note that all entries must be completed by the application deadline, as noted on the application forms.

What is the Hank McGonagle Award?
The ERA Hank McGonagle Journalism Award is presented annually and recognises the important role played by the media in influencing the framework for the development of intra-European air transport, and in highlighting its economic and social importance. It is open to trade or non-trade media, in print or web-based formats.

GOLF TOURNAMENT

Who can play in the golf tournament?
Any registered General Assembly delegate may participate however, the number of places available are limited and participation is subject to availability.

FACILITIES AT THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY
 
How do I book a private meeting room during the event?
A number of private meeting rooms are available and can be booked through Daphne Donnelly, Director Business Development at bus.dev@eraa.org. Private meeting rooms are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.

REGIONAL INTERNATIONAL
 
How can I advertise in the General Assembly edition of Regional International?
To advertise in Regional International please contact William Burke, Sales and Publishing Executive at william.burke@eracl.net who will provide you with all the relevant information.

FUTURE EVENTS
 
How can I bring the ERA General Assembly to my country and location?
The General Assembly comprises an extensive exhibition, 2-day conference, press facilities and conferences, golf tournament together with associated networking events and the ERA Awards Dinner.

A hotel and/or conference centre needs to meet our minimum requirements to host all of the above events as well as provide accommodation for 550 delegates.

If you would like to recommend a hotel and/or conference centre as a possible location for a future ERA General Assembly, please e-mail Daphne Donnelly, Director Business Development at bus.dev@eraa.org with the details.