All majors. Shared curiosity.

Your major.
Your interests.
Your way into
aviation.

Airports need planners, environmental thinkers, engineers, and business minds. Find where you fit with AAAE at UC Davis.

Find your membership ↗Explore the possibilities
No aviation major or pilot experience needed.
American Association of Airport ExecutivesStudent chapter at UC DavisStudents + associate members welcome
01 / Find your fit

There’s an airport career
behind your interests.

You don’t need to have a career plan yet. Pick something you care about and see how it connects to airports.

Connect your coursework

Help aviation reduce its footprint.

Explore airport decarbonization, sustainable aviation fuel, noise, and climate resilience. Environmental science, design, and policy can all connect to this work.

Questions worth exploringHow can an airport prepare for a changing climate?
02 / Outside the classroom

A closer look at
the airport world.

Our chapter connects UC Davis students across majors with the people and work behind aviation.

01 / GO SEE IT

Airports, up close

The chapter has taken part in airport tours and Airport Day. See how the places you travel through work behind the scenes.

02 / MEET THE PEOPLE

Real conversations

Guest speakers and professional events connect students with airport leaders, planners, and other aviation professionals.

03 / TAKE A NEXT STEP

Build your direction

Explore internship and scholarship resources, conference participation, and leadership opportunities through the chapter and AAAE network.

Activities and availability vary. Check the chapter’s live channels for current opportunities.

Read about UC Davis in Airport Magazine ↗
03 / Come be part of it

Two ways in.
One community.

UC Davis students and associate members sign up through the same Google Form. Choose the membership type that fits you.

FOR UC DAVIS STUDENTS

Join the student chapter.

Meet people who share your curiosity about aviation, whatever your major or year.

  • Explore careers through chapter activities.
  • Connect with students and professionals.
  • Help shape the chapter through student leadership.
Student membership form ↗
Select UC Davis student membership on the form.
FOR THE WIDER COMMUNITY

Become an associate member.

Students at other colleges, high school students, and members of the public interested in aviation are welcome.

  • Join the community and attend chapter events.
  • Bring your interests and perspective.
  • Connect with UC Davis students exploring aviation.
Associate membership form ↗
Voting and officer positions are limited to UC Davis students.
What’s coming up?

Find the latest meetings and event announcements on our chapter channels.

Check chapter events ↗@aaaeatucdavis on Instagram ↗
The people to start with
Eavan SwansonEavan SwansonChapter President

Hi, I’m Eavan Swanson, a student at UC Davis studying sustainable environmental design with a keen focus on aviation management. I’m really passionate about aviation, airports, and sustainability. I started this chapter to bring more aviation opportunities, networking, and hands-on exposure to students of all majors and backgrounds interested in a career in aviation. Looking forward to meeting more of you!

Nailah BlakeNailah BlakeVice President

Hi! I'm Nailah, a second-year African-American studies and History major at Davis; and an aviator from the SF Bay Area. I started plane spotting at 13 which launched me into the aviation world, and since then, I've continued spotting, have volunteered with EAA Chapter 20, and worked with flight schools. My ultimate goal is to become a professional pilot, but I'm currently enjoying the ride as a private pilot. I'm excited to be with AAAE @ UCD to bring more people into the aviation industry, and learn more about different aspects of it myself!

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Arthur GreblerSecretary

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Enzo MillerTreasurer

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Faculty advisor: Adam Sennet, Ph.D. · AAAE liaisons: T.J. Chen and Sean Moran

Aviation belongs at Davis

A different starting point.
A shared interest.

UC Davis doesn’t have an aviation management major. Our chapter helps students see how their own studies connect to aviation careers, whether they’re interested in environmental planning, engineering, economics, or another field.

Start with a question, meet the community, and learn what’s possible.

Questions? Email info@aaaeatucdavis.org ↗
Do I need aviation experience?

No. The chapter is open to all majors. You can come with an interest in airports or simply a question about where your studies could lead.

Can I join if I don’t attend UC Davis?

Yes. Use the associate membership form above. The chapter welcomes other college students, high school students, and interested members of the public. Only UC Davis students can vote or hold officer positions.

Is this the same as national AAAE membership?

Chapter signup through our Google Form and national AAAE membership are separate. For national membership terms and benefits, visit AAAE. Ask the chapter about current local dues or activity costs.

How do I find the next meeting?

Check AggieLife events and Instagram for announcements, or email info@aaaeatucdavis.org. Confirm event details before attending.

For other clubs & campus groups

Let’s plan an event together.

Explore a joint speaker, aviation tour, or career discussion that connects with your group’s interests.

Collaborate with us ↗
More aviation at Davis

Interested in flying, too?

Explore the Aviation Club at UC Davis, a fellow student organization for students interested in aviation and flying. Our chapter focuses on aviation careers, professional connections, and the planning, sustainability, business, and operations behind airports.

UC Davis is also home to University Airport (KEDU), making it the only campus in the University of California system with its own airport.

Learn about University Airport ↗

Curiosity is a good place to start.

Bring your major. Bring your questions. Meet your aviation community.

Find your way in ↗