The Digital Runway: Tech That Transforms Air Travel
Atlanta is the world’s aviation hub, and it’s shaping the next era of global travel. Eric Phillips of Delta, Wesley Almeida of Hartsfield-Jackson, and Billy Nolen of Archer Aviation (and former Acting FAA administrator) join moderator Tijen Cirig of Honeywell to explore how digital transformation, advanced air mobility, and regulatory collaboration are redefining air travel. From smarter passenger journeys to safer systems and sustainable innovations, this conversation reveals how Atlanta is setting the global standard for the way we’ll move tomorrow.
Speakers
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Wesley AlmeidaChief Technology Officer, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport -
Eric PhillipsSVP and Chief Digital Officer, Delta AirlinesEric Phillips is senior vice president (SVP) and chief digital officer at Delta Air Lines, leading teams that deliver personalized, seamless, and premium digital experiences. In his more than 25 years at Delta, he has held numerous positions across the business, including corporate strategy, business development, network planning, and financial planning. He previously oversaw all airport customer service activities for Delta as SVP of Airport Customer Service, Cargo Operations, Ground Support Equipment, and Global Clean; before that, he served as SVP, Pricing and Revenue Management. He holds a B.A. from Carroll College and an MBA from Notre Dame.
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Tijen CirigSr Director, Head of Global Airports, Vertiports & Transportation, Honeywell