Özyeğin University, Istanbul, Türkiye
4 - 7 July 2027
This is the official website of the 30th Air Transport Research Society World Conference, which will be held at Özyeğin University Istanbul, Türkiye from July 4th to July 7th, 2027.
President, Air Transport Research Society (ATRS)
Dear colleagues and friends,
I hope this message finds you well. Following the great success of the 29th ATRS World Conference in Beijing, I am delighted to invite you to join us at the 30th ATRS World Conference, which will be held in Istanbul, Türkiye, in 2027, and will be graciously hosted by Özyeğin University together with an outstanding Local Organizing Team.
The Beijing conference once again demonstrated the vitality and strength of the ATRS community. The outstanding quality of the research presented, the lively discussions across disciplines, and the enthusiasm of participants confirmed ATRS as the world's leading scientific forum for air transport research. One of the unique strengths of ATRS is its openness to all disciplines contributing to the understanding of air transport. Economists, engineers, geographers, management scholars, operations researchers, data scientists, policymakers, and industry experts come together to exchange ideas, challenge perspectives, and advance knowledge on the complex issues facing our industry.
I warmly invite you to join us in Istanbul in 2027. I look forward to welcoming you there for another memorable ATRS conference, where we will exchange ideas, strengthen our international community, and continue advancing air transport research together.
Professor, Academic Director, Master in Maritime and Air Transport Management, University of Antwerp
Welcome to the 30th ATRS World Conference, proudly hosted by Özyeğin University in Istanbul, Türkiye!
We are delighted to welcome you to Istanbul—a city where Europe meets Asia and one of the world's leading aviation hubs. With its unique geographic position, rich cultural heritage, and outstanding global connectivity, Istanbul has long served as a bridge between continents, ideas, and people, making it an ideal destination for the ATRS community. Whether you are presenting your latest research, engaging in thought-provoking discussions, discovering new ideas, or building lasting professional relationships, we hope this conference will provide an inspiring and rewarding experience.
We look forward to welcoming you to Özyeğin University and sharing with you not only an outstanding scientific program but also the hospitality, energy, and unique character of Istanbul. We wish you an enjoyable and productive 30th ATRS World Conference and look forward to seeing you in Istanbul in July 2027.
Dear colleagues and friends,
Preparations for the 30th ATRS World Conference are well underway, and it is our great pleasure to invite you to join us in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 4–7 July 2027, where Özyeğin University will proudly host this milestone event.
The 30th edition of the ATRS World Conference marks an important milestone in the Society's history. We are honored to celebrate this occasion in Istanbul, a city where Europe meets Asia, connecting continents, cultures, and ideas, and providing an inspiring setting for international collaboration.
Every ATRS World Conference brings together an exceptional community of scholars, industry professionals, policymakers, and practitioners who share a common passion for advancing air transport research. We look forward to welcoming you to exchange ideas, strengthen existing collaborations, build new partnerships, and help shape the future of air transport.
It will be our privilege to welcome you to Özyeğin University and share this memorable occasion with you. See you in Istanbul!
Dean, Faculty of Aviation and Aeronautical Sciences, Özyeğin University
Research area: Medical and Biomedical Physics
A warm welcome to Istanbul and Özyeğin University!
Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Istanbul has served as a gateway for trade, culture, and innovation for centuries. As one of Türkiye's leading research universities, Özyeğin University is committed to advancing excellence in education, research, and international collaboration across disciplines, including aviation and transportation. It is our great pleasure to host the 30th ATRS World Conference, and we look forward to welcoming the global air transport research community to Istanbul for an inspiring and memorable event.
Co-Chair, Local Organizing Committee | Chair of Aviation Management Program
Research area: Organization theory, strategic management, aviation management
Welcome to Özyeğin University (OzU)!
It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the 30th ATRS World Conference, hosted by Özyeğin University in Istanbul. As Özyeğin University celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2027, we are especially honored to mark this milestone by welcoming the global air transport research community to our campus. Since its establishment, Özyeğin University has become one of Türkiye's leading research universities, recognized for its international outlook, academic excellence, strong industry engagement, and commitment to educating future leaders. Located in Istanbul, our university provides an ideal setting for bringing together academics, industry leaders, policymakers, and researchers from around the world. The 30th ATRS World Conference offers a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and foster collaborations that will shape the future of air transport. We believe that the most valuable innovations emerge when diverse perspectives come together, and we hope this conference will inspire meaningful discussions, lasting partnerships, and new research directions. We look forward to welcoming you to Istanbul in July 2027.
Co-Chair, Local Organizing Committee
Research area: Aviation and Tourism Mgmt, Digital Aviation, Sustainable Aviation, Passenger Experience
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The Air Transport Research Society (ATRS) was launched as a special interest group of the World Conference on Transport Research Society (WCTR) during the 7th Triennial WCTR Conference at Sydney in 1995.
The objectives of the society are as follows:
Established in 2007 by the Hüsnü M. Özyeğin Foundation, Özyeğin University is an entrepreneurial research university focused on global impact, student development, and academic excellence. It offers 23 bachelor’s, 36 master’s, and 10 doctoral programs across 7 faculties and 3 graduate schools. Özyeğin University is committed to advancing its research capabilities, with a rapidly growing research output driven by its ambitious graduate programs and a dynamic academic community that fosters innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized internationally, the university ranks second globally among foundation and private universities newly established within the last 20 years in the “THE Young Universities Rankings.” It has led Türkiye’s foundation universities in “THE Impact Rankings” for 6 consecutive years and is among the top 3 Turkish foundation universities in “THE Impact Rankings 2025.”
