This conference is the networking platform for the military air mobility, humanitarian mission; aircraft manufacturer and air charter community. At the event, key military representatives will outline the challenges of enhancing airlift capabilities. Find out how new aircraft such as the A400M and C-17 can improve air mobility capabilities. Additionally, hear from air charter companies on how they can contribute a solution to the airlift shortfall.

This conference will feature a series of case studies from operational leaders: Non combat evacuations in Lebanon, airlift mission support in Iraq and the challenges of on airlifting into Afghanistan will be addressed. Both industry and military attendees will gain an understanding about the challenges which have arisen in operational environments and have the opportunity to discuss solutions for overcoming them.

An exceptional international speaker line up includes:

• Major General Ronald R Ladnier, Commander, 17th Air Force, United States Air Force
• Dennis L D'Angelo, Chief, AFRICOM Deployment Distribution Operations Center, Operations and Logistics, US Africa Command
• Colonel Juan Maria Sesma Barrios, Spanish Air Mobility Division, Spanish Air Force
• Colonel Freek van der Vaart, Director, Movement Coordination Centre Europe
• Colonel Philippe Rutz, Director, European Air Transport Command
• Colonel Martin Hertz, European Liason Officer to the Air Force, US Transport Command
• Colonel John MacKay, Operational Support Logisitcs, CANOSCOM, Operational Support Command, Canada
• Helmut Richter, Air Transport Division, Federal Office of Defence Technology and Procurement
• Major Mark Le Masurier, Officer Commanding, 47th Air Despatch Squadron, Royal Logistics Corps, RAF Lyneham
• Captain Gunnar Borch, General Manager, NATO Airlift Management Agency
• Major Yves de Lassat de Pressigny, PADCAD2008 Organiser, French Army
• James Smith, Officer in Charge, Movements Control Section, United Nations
• Philippe Martou, Deputy Head of Aviation, United Nations World Food Programme

• Learn about European Coordination in Airlift Missions
• Discuss key updates on the A400M and C-17
• Evaluate the next step for NATO’s Strategic Airlift Capability (SAC)
• Review Iraq, Afghanistan, Lebanon & Kashmir – Hear up-to-date case studies
• Understand Military & NGO Coordination - How to bridge the divide?
• Address Force Protection Issues - Guaranteeing Airfield Security and MANPADS Countermeasures

Military Airlift & Rapid Reaction Operations Exhibition Military Airlift & Rapid Reaction Operations 2008 will have a busy exhibition hall. This is the ultimate platform for companies to showcase their products and services. Meet with senior industry suppliers to get ideas and contracts and see how their latest products can enhance your airlift capability. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, advertising, branding packages please contact Fiona Punter on fpunter@smi-online.co.uk This conference come with the opportunity to visit: Airbus Military Facilities - 3rd December 2008, Seville On the morning of the 3rd December, delegates will have the chance to visit the A400M FAL site at San Pablo, Seville. This aircraft heralds a new era in military airlift capability; designed to a recognised requirement for a new airlifter for European air forces, the A400M incorporates state-of-the-art materials and technology that are being continuously perfected in today’s civil aircraft fleets. With a production flow of 3 aircraft per month, the 150.00m2 facility is situated in the vicinity of Seville Airport. Coach transport will be available; numbers are restricted. In Assocation with:  Venue Information

This year’s conference will take place in the 2000 year old capital of Andalusia, Seville. We are fortunate to be holding the conference during Advent which is a far more traditional time than in many other Western cities. You will be able to embrace the different culture and visit the city’s “Conciertos Navideños,” see nativity scenes and the lights in the city centre - more than 80 streets and plazas are illuminated every year. Experience chestnut roasting, holiday markets and crowded shopping districts after Military Airlift 2008! What attendees thought of Military Airlift & Rapid Reaction Operations 2007 “Continue the good work! Thanks. Very informative meeting and I had the opportunity to get new contacts and focal points. Good work. Excellent work.” United Nations World Food Programme “Good forum for exchanging information about military airlift. Absolutely interesting and useful to meet people working on the same field coming from different experiences” MCCE “Thank you very much for another outstanding conference.. Great job. Great staff.” Advanced Airlift Tactics Training Center, USA