Events
Join Our Events
RAeS events deliver expert content, insight and networking across the breadth of technical, engineering and business subjects affecting aerospace professionals.
Our annual calendar of around 20 events of lectures, technical visits, competitions and field trips are designed to support your professional development and industry knowledge.
HAESL Technical Visit
11 April 2026
Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL) provides world-class aero engine and component repair services to many of the world’s most respected airlines that have chosen Rolls-Royce to power their fleet of Airbus and Boeing Aircraft.
The visit includes a short presentation of HAESL development which followed by a plant-tour exploring aero engine maintenance and component repair processes.
Location: HAESL, 70 Chun Choi Street, Tseung Kwan O
Date: 11 Apr
Time : 9:30am to 11:30am
Space is limited to 25 visitors and priority is given to Branch Members
Engine Workshop Challenge
12 March 2025
Get ready for a thrilling start to the year with our upcoming competition and a chance to win fantastic prizes! In early March, join us for a dynamic engine shop planning activity, supported by GE Aerospace and IAWA HK Branch. Assemble your team, manoeuvre through a detailed factory map, and discover the optimal route for an engine overhaul. Don't miss this chance to learn, collaborate, and put your skills to the test!
Form a team of three/ four with the following information.
Team name
Team member names
Organisation (workplace/university etc.)
RAeS HKG Branch member numbers, if applicable
Contact details, such as email and mobile
Location: Room 432, Cathay Pacific City
Date and Time: 12 March 2026, 1900-2100
Priority will be given to current members.
Upon successful registration, notification email will be sent for confirmation.
The Future of Flight at GE Aerospace: Advancing Safety, Efficiency, and Durability
8 December 2025
How are new technologies transforming the Future of Flight? From advanced propulsion systems to enhanced passenger experiences, the aviation sector is undergoing its most exciting and profound transformation in decades. GE Aerospace, a leading provider of commercial jet engines today, is channeling significant expertise and resources into designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge technologies to increase engine efficiency and performance and reshape the Future of Flight. Join us for insights on GE Aerospace’s technology portfolio and the capabilities they are building to address key challenges like safety, efficiency, and durability.
Jeff Shaknaitis is the Future of Flight Airline Leader at GE Aerospace. With a background in engineering, Jeff has more than a decade of experience working closely with GE Aerospace’s airline customers. In recent years, Jeff has played a key role engaging with the industry on future propulsion technologies, sustainable aviation fuel, and other sustainability priorities. His particular focus is on aligning with airlines and lessors globally on GE Aerospace and CFM's RISE technology development program to shape future engine product strategy.
Date: 8 December 2025
Time: 6pm
Venue: Cathay City, Scenic Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau