Aviation Fire Training Symposium — Fire Service College, 1 October 2026

The Fire Service College (FSC) has extended a formal invitation to aviation fire professionals from across the UK and Europe to attend its inaugural Aviation Fire Training Symposium — a dedicated, full-day event taking place at the College's world-class facility in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, on Thursday, 1 October 2026.

The event has been brought to the attention of the UK Firefighter Hub directly by FSC's Aviation Fire Lead, who reached out to encourage as wide a reach as possible across the aviation fire community. We're delighted to help spread the word.

What to Expect

Designed exclusively for airport fire decision-makers, ARFF Managers, Fire Chiefs, and training professionals, the Symposium offers a rare first-hand look at the full breadth of FSC's world-class aviation training capability — all in a single day.

Highlights include:

• Live rig demonstrations — see FSC's aviation training infrastructure in action
• ARFF FBT Simulator Showcase — a state-of-the-art fire behaviour training simulator
• Hydrogen Fire Training — the very latest developments in one of the sector's most pressing challenges
• Immersive Training Technologies — cutting-edge tools shaping the future of ARFF training
• Aviation Apprenticeship Briefing — an overview of FSC's aviation apprenticeship offering
• Guest Speaker Keynote — to be announced

The day concludes with a Pre-Dinner Welcome Drinks Reception and a Gala Dinner, both sponsored by Angloco Limited — providing an excellent opportunity to network with peers from across the sector in a relaxed and enjoyable setting.

Programme at a Glance

08:30 — Delegate Arrival & Registration
09:00 — Welcome, Scene-Setting & Safety Briefing
09:30 — Guest Speaker Keynote (TBA)
10:30 — Live Rig & ARFF FBT Simulator Showcase
12:00 — Networking Lunch
13:30 — Aviation Apprenticeship Presentation
14:00 — Immersive Training Technologies Demonstration
14:45 — Hydrogen Fire Training Proposition
15:45 — Break & Exhibition Stands
16:15 — Closing Plenary, Q&A Panel & Follow-Up Outline
17:30 — Pre-Dinner Welcome Drinks Reception (Angloco)
19:00 — Gala Dinner (Angloco) | Close 22:00
22:00 — Late Bar

Event Details

Date: Thursday, 1 October 2026
Venue: Fire Service College, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire GL56 0RH
Cost: Free of charge — including lunch and the Gala Dinner
Dress Code: Business dress (daytime); lounge suit (Gala Dinner)
Travel: Free on-site parking. Moreton-in-Marsh railway station is a short walk from the College, with direct services from London Paddington (approx. 90 minutes)

Accommodation

A number of rooms have been reserved at the Fire Service College for the nights of Wednesday 30 September and Thursday 1 October 2026, available to delegates at a preferential rate of £115 per room, per night (bed and breakfast).

Rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve your room, email fscaccommodation@capita.com and quote AVIATION SYMPOSIUM 2026.

How to Register

Places are limited and strong demand is anticipated — early registration is strongly encouraged.

To confirm your place, email events@fireservicecollege.ac.uk by Friday, 21 August 2026, including your:

• Full name
• Organisation
• Job title
• Dietary requirements
• Whether you will be attending the Gala Dinner

The full official invitation — including all event details and accommodation booking instructions — is available to download below.

The UK Firefighter Hub is pleased to support the Fire Service College in promoting this event to the aviation fire community. If you work in ARFF or airport fire operations, this one is not to be missed.