<p>Welcome to the IAGA 2026&nbsp;International Case Competition,&nbsp;</p> <p>The rapid advances in digital innovations and technologies continue to accelerate the pace of globalization. This drives a significant increase in global air travel demand. While this enhanced connectivity offers numerous benefits, it also presents critical challenges, particularly concerning climate impact and organizational adaptation.</p> <p>The sustainable development of the aviation industry is now more crucial than ever, making its transformation both urgent and imperative (Qiu et al., 2021; Hinnen et al., 2017; Kleiner, 2007).</p> <p>Given these significant impacts on both climate and social ecosystems, it is essential to focus on the sustainability of all stakeholders, including the private sector, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), the United Nations (UN), and cities.</p> <p>This collective effort towards sustainable development has led to the emergence of the notion of &lsquo;Green Aviation&rsquo;(GA).</p> <p>The International Association of Green Aviation (IAGA) is inviting you to participate in this challenge, aimed at finding solutions to transform the aviation industry towards a sustainable future.</p> <p><strong>Topic reveal: <span style="background-color:#f1c40f">EVTOL, a Strategic Perspective</span></strong></p> <p><strong>Details of the competition:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Guideline: </strong></p> <ul> <li>This is an OPEN TO ALL, RESEARCH, INTERNATIONAL competition&nbsp;</li> <li>Teams of 3 - 4 participants (pairing available)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Timeline:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Case Available June 10th, 2026</li> <li>First Submission Round&nbsp;- August 4, 2026 (Optinal Feedback)&nbsp;</li> <li>Final Submission Round - August 19th, 2026</li> <li>Top Teams heading to ICGA will be trained by coaches.&nbsp;</li> <li>Final Presentation (hybrid) on November, 2026 at the ICGA Conference.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Award:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Top 3 teams earn:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Invitation to the International Conference in Green Aviation&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>