XXII ALACPA Airport Pavement Seminar
XX Federal Aviation Administration Workshop
XV Rapid Aerodrome Pavement Maintenance Course
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August 31 to September 5, 2026 - Santiago, Chile
August 31 to September 5, 2026 - Santiago, Chile
Objective of the meeting
To disseminate information on new construction and maintenance techniques for airport pavements, new design approaches, and the latest advances in equipment and materials. To report on the progress in implementing sustainable materials and technologies in airport pavements and the ACR PCR notification methodology. To foster the exchange of valuable experiences between speakers and participants. To improve safety and efficiency in airport operations. Networking.
Dates: August 31 to September 5, 2026
City: Santiago, Chile
Venue: Best Western Premier Marina Las Condes, Tower A. The hotel address is Alonso de Córdova 5727, Las Condes, Santiago, Chile.
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QtkC2TjyRALNWmYr7
Hours: 8:00 AM to 16:00 hrs
target audience
Directors and Managers of Infrastructure, Operations, and Maintenance at airports and airlines; Engineers; Technicians; Project Managers; Consultants; and all those who provide servicesrelatedto theaeronauticaland airport industry.
speakers
National and international specialists with extensive experience from ICAO, ALACPA, ACI-LAC, the Federal Aviation Administration, Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, airport operators, airport paving contractors, airport consultants, academia, and representatives of institutions and organizations responsiblefordecision-making in theairport industry.
agenda
Soluciones sostenibles en pavimentos aeroportuarios: Innovaciones y casos de éxito
Advances in ACR-PCR Methodology: Implementation and Best Practices
Sustainable Solutions in Airport Pavements: Innovations and Success Stories
New Technologies for Load Capacity Analysis in Pavements
Predictive Maintenance in Airport Pavements with a Sustainable Approach
Environmentally Friendly Materials for Airport Runways
Runway Decontamination Techniques with Environmental Criteria
Recycled Asphalt for Airport Runways
Application of Airport Management Systems with an ACR-PCR Approach
Advanced Implementation of the ACR-PCR Method: Real-World Cases and Lessons Learned
Experiences in Sustainable Rehabilitation of Airport Runways
Methodology and Experiences in High-Performance Technologies for Sustainable Rigid Pavements
FAA Workshop: FAARFIELD 2.0 and PCR Reporting - Updates 2025
Technical Needs and Advances of Boeing, Airbus, and Embraer in Sustainable Pavements
registration
This event is exclusive for ALACPA members. The individual fee to become a member is USD 150 and can be paid via PayPal on the Association's website: https://alacpa.org/en/memberships/
This fee includes annual membership to the Association. Please note that representatives of aeronautical authorities are exempt from the registration fee. To obtain an exemption, please contact the ALACPA secretary. Once payment has been made, each participant must send proof of payment to coordsa@alacpa.org and ekohler@alacpa.org by August 28, 2026.
The event includes a certificate of attendance, which will be sent to the email address provided during registration.
Please note that the event has a maximum capacity of 200 people, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible.
ACCOMODATIONS
We recommend staying at the Best Western Marina Las Condes (the same hotel where the event will be held) with the following rates for ALACPA participants:
Standard Rooms Includes: Buffet breakfast (subject to availability)
Single (1 person): and Double (2 people): US$141 + 19% tax
For reservations, please contact the hotel directly, mentioning your participation in the ALACPA Santiago 2026 Seminar, at maria.jorquera@marinahoteles.cl
Important:
Rates are per room, per night, valid from Sunday, August 30th to Saturday, September 6th, 2026. Rates are net and non-commissionable. Rates include buffet breakfast served in our restaurant. Includes Wi-Fi service throughout the property. Free parking for guests. Check-in Check-in:
Check-in time is 3:00 PM. Early check-in surcharge: 50% charge for arrival after 7:00 AM and 100% charge for arrival before 7:00 AM.
Check-out time is 12:00 PM. Late check-out surcharge: 50% charge for departure between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM and 100% charge for departure after 6:00 PM.Other nearby accommodation options:
Other nearby accommodation options:
Ibis Santiago Las Condes (240 mts )
O´connell 165, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana | +56 226877800ICON Hotel Santiago (300 mts)
Alonso de Córdova 6050 Las Condes, Región Metropolitana | +56 (2) 24882500Hotel Regal Pacific (150 mts)
Av. Apoquindo 5680, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana +56 (2) 23776000
LENGUAGE
The event will be conducted in Spanish and English and includes simultaneous translation services.
WEATHER
The weather in Santiago during the first week of September marks the official transition from winter to spring and is quite variable:
Maximum Temperatures: Range between 17°C and 25°C. On clear days, the sun already feels warm, ideal for being outdoors in the afternoon.
Minimum Temperatures: Mornings and afternoons can be quite cold, ranging between 4°C and 7°C.
Rainfall: September has a risk of drizzle. Historically, about 20-40 mm of rain falls during the month, usually concentrated in one or two rain events that can last a couple of days.
EXCHANGE RATES
The official currency is the Chilean Peso (CLP). The US dollar is accepted in hotels, but not in restaurants and tourist establishments. Approximate exchange rate: 1 USD = 900 CLP (subject to change)
transport
For transfers to/from the airports, only official airport services and authorized taxis are permitted. The use of apps like Uber, Didi, and Cabify is restricted. Santiago International Airport (SCL), 26 km from the Seminar Hotel.
Entry Requirements for Chile
Citizens of Latin American countries can enter with a National Identity Card or Passport, depending on bilateral agreements:
Entry with National Identity Card: Citizens of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay can enter with their valid national identity document in good condition.
Entry with Passport: Citizens of countries without free transit agreements (such as those in Central America and the Caribbean, with some exceptions) must present a passport valid for at least 6 months.
Countries Requiring Visas (Prior Authorization)
The following countries require a consular visa before traveling: Venezuela (Tourist Visa or Approval), Haiti, Dominican Republic, and Cuba. Check for your country at https://www.consulado.gob.cl/informacion-sobre-visas-para-ingresar-a-chile
Mandatory Entry Procedures: There are two critical forms to complete upon arrival (or before traveling):
Tourist Card (PDI). Upon entry, the Chilean Investigative Police (PDI) will issue a document called the Tourist Card, which is necessary to leave the country and to be exempt from paying the 19% VAT on hotels (if paying in US dollars).
Sworn Statement to SAG/Customs. Chile has strict phytosanitary controls. You must declare if you are bringing products of plant or animal origin (it is recommended to avoid bringing them). You can complete it digitally at www.sagingresoachile.cl within 24 hours of your arrival, or on forms available at the airport.
Important: Verify specific requirements with the Chilean Embassy or Consulate in your country of origin, as requirements may change.
USEFUL INFO
contact
Police: 133 (from a mobile phone)
Medical emergencies: 131
ALACPA: http://www.alacpa.org | Email: coordsa@alacpa.org, ekohler@alacpa.org
Hotel Best Western Marina Las Condes: Tel. +56 (2) 2599 4000
communications
Country code: +56 : To call mobile phones, dial the 9-digit number (format 9 XXXX XXXX:). To call a landline, dial +56 (Area Code) XXXX XXXX
Example: To call the hotel: +56 (2) 2599 4000
electricity
Voltage: 220V, 50Hz
Plugs: Type C (two parallel round prongs) and Type L (three round prongs in a line).
If you are coming from a country with other plug types, you will need an adapter.
Internet y connectivity
Wi-Fi available in hotels, restaurants, and shopping centers
Good mobile phone coverage throughout most of the country
Public transportation in Santiago is excellent and consists of surface buses and the Metro (subway) network, the latter being one of the best in Latin America. It has 6 lines connecting to the main points of interest. It is recommended to prioritize its use when getting around the city.
Public transportation operates using the RED card which can be purchased at Metro stations or Mercado Pago App.
touris info
Places of Interest
Santiago Civic Center
(9 km)
Wine Valleys
Valle del Maipo (30 km), Valle de Casablanca (40 km), Valle de Colchagua (140 km), Valle del Itata (450 km).
Ski & Winter Centers
(Hoteles suelen tener representantes de los centros de Skí más importante)
(30 a 40 km, según centro de Skí)
Valparaíso (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Viña del Mar (110 km)
Patagonia & Torres del Paine
(2000 km, 3 hrs vuelo desde Santiago)
Atacama Desert & San Pedro de Atacama
(1200 km, 2 hrs vuelo desde Santiago)
Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
(3700 km, 5 hrs vuelo desde Santiago)
Chiloé Archipelago
(1000 km, 1,5 hrs vuelo desde Santiago)
about alacpa
The Latin American and Caribbean Airport Pavement Association (ALACPA) was founded by a group interested in disseminating knowledge of the profession and this specialty. They accepted the challenge proposed by Dr. Samuel Cardoso, AGA Officer at the ICAO Regional Office in Lima, to form a non-profit Technical Association for Airport Pavements with a regional scope in Latin America and the Caribbean. ALACPA International Inc. is a non-profit corporation registered in the State of Florida, USA.
In October 2003, the first draft of ALACPA's bylaws and the competition guidelines for selecting its logo were approved. A month later, during another professional meeting held in Lima, Peru, from November 19 to 25, ALACPA's first officers and brand identity were elected.
During the 4th Meeting of the GREPECAS Subgroup AGA/AOP/SG/4, held in Mexico City, Mexico, from November 15 to 18, 2004, ALACPA applied for "Observer Member" status and signed its first institutional agreement.
Since 2003, ALACPA, in collaboration with ICAO, FAA, ACI-LAC, Boeing, and its hosts, sponsors, and members, has successfully organized annual seminars in various countries throughout the region, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and the USA.
More información: www.alacpa.org
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