The rotorcraft maintenance industry is returning to Kelowna this fall as Vertical MRO comes back to the KF Centre for its second year.
Taking place October 5–7, 2026, the conference will bring aircraft maintenance professionals, manufacturers, suppliers, industry leaders, students and apprentices together for three days of technical education, professional development and industry connection.
Following its inaugural Kelowna event in 2025, interest in this year’s conference has been strong, with exhibitor space selling out months in advance.
For the KF Centre, welcoming Vertical MRO back is another opportunity to see our space used for exactly what it was designed to support: bringing people together around aviation.
Hands-on learning comes to the hangar
The 2026 conference will feature more than 40 educational sessions, expert panels, roundtables and workshops covering technical training, emerging technologies, safety, leadership and career development.
New this year, the conference is expanding its hands-on programming, with workshops taking place in the KF Centre’s South Hangar. Attendees will have opportunities to learn directly from industry experts through sessions focused on real-world aircraft maintenance practices.
The program also includes OEM technical briefings, professional development opportunities and a new Leadership Development Certificate aimed at helping maintenance professionals build skills as they move into leadership roles.
Vertical MRO Kelowna 2026
Vertical MRO takes place October 5–7, 2026 at the KF Centre for Excellence in Kelowna, BC.
Registration is now open, with full conference programming, speakers and registration options available through Vertical MRO.
Planning a visit to the KF Centre? Please note that the Centre will be closed to the public October 5–7 while we host Vertical MRO.
