AUGUST 20 - 22, 2026
GSR, RENO, NV
WELCOME TO HOOK'26, THE TAILHOOK ASSOCIATION NAVAL AVIATION SYMPOSIUM
Hook'26 Registration
Secure your ticket and get your discounted rate for the premier naval aviation reunion and symposium.
Life Members receive a 50% discount on your registration fee. Use the following discount code when registering:
Active Duty Life Member:
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Retired/Veteran Life Member:
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Note: Life Membership will be verified.
Book your room at the GSR
Other Hotels Available
If the GSR is sold out, please use any of the following hotels offering Tailhook Symposium room options.
Join the Naval Aviation Community at Hook 26.
Hook 26 is the Tailhook Association’s premier annual convention, bringing together naval aviators, industry leaders, veterans, active-duty service members, and supporters of carrier aviation. Hosted at the Grand Sierra Resort (GSR) in Reno, Nevada, Hook 26 offers a unique blend of professional development, networking, exhibits, and community connection.
Whether you’re reconnecting with squadron mates, exploring the latest in naval aviation technology, or participating in educational panels, Hook 26 is where the Tailhook community comes together.
Schedule
Tentative. Subject to change
Thursday, 20 August
0900 – 2100
1500 – 1530
1545 – 1700
1700 – 1800
1800 – 2000
2000 – 2300
Registration and Ship’s Store Hours/Exhibits Open
Hook ’26 Kickoff
Panel Session #1 – Carrier Aviation Innovation History - Moderator Hill Goodspeed
Active Duty Happy Hour with RADM Martin (SAFETY CMD) – Crystal Ball Room
Naval Aviation update to Industry Partners -Tailhook Lounge – Tahoe Room
Kickoff Social – Tailhook Lounge (Tahoe Room)
Friday, 21 August
0700 – 1300
0800 – 1330
0800 – 1000
0900 – 2100
0900 – 0930
0945 – 1100
1115 – 1215
1100 – 1400
1100 – 1400
1230 – 1400
1415 – 1530
1545 – 1645
1545 – 1645
1800 – 2200
“Diz” Laird Memorial Golf Tournament – Red Hawk Golf Course
NAS Fallon Tour (Limited to 90)
Breakfast, Tailhook Lounge
Registration and Ship’s Store Hours/Exhibits Open
Safety Command Brief – RADM Martin, Reno Ballroom
Panel Session #2, Warfighting Innovation Now – Reno Room – Moderator LCDR Mark “Tugboat” JBeily + 5-6 Leading R&D Experts (Active Duty or GS)
Panel Session #3, Innovating with what we’ve got. Recent Deployers Debrief
Spouse Social - Crystal Ballroom
Aviation Medical Issues Special Presentation, Crystal Room. 6 Active Duty Docs will discuss a myriad of medical issues.
Industry Panel – What are we innovating for you? Reno Ballroom – Moderator TBD
Aviation Flag Panel – Reno Ballroom – Moderator – VADM Verissimo + DCA, CNAL, CNATRA, N98, AIRSYSCOM, CNP
JO Call with Air Boss – Reno Ballroom
USMC Brief and JO call with DCA – Crystal Ballroom
Bug Roach Mixer – Reno Room and Tailhook Lounge for Food and Drink
Saturday, 22 August
0700 – 0830
0800 – 1000
0900 – 1200
0900 – 1500
1000 – 1130
1245 – 1300
1300 – 1415
1430 – 1530
1545 – 1700
1800 – 1915
1930 – 2200
2200 - 0100
5K River Run (Muster at Players Club)
Breakfast, Tailhook Lounge
Registration and Ship’s Store Hours
Exhibits Open
“Jig Dog” Ramage Awards Brunch – Reno Ballroom
Annual Membership Meeting – Reno Ballroom
PERS-43 Brief – Reno Ballroom – Moderator – PERS-43
N98 Panel – Reno Ballroom – Moderator – RADM Wosje (N98)
Winging Ceremony – Reno Ballroom – Presiding Officer – RADM Max McCoy (CNATRA)
Pre-banquet reception – Tailhook Lounge
Tailhook Banquet- Reno Ballroom – Speaker ADM Daryl Caudle (CNO) or the Honorable John Phelan (SECNAV). Both invited. Semi-Formal (Jacket and tie for men, cocktail attire for women).
Summer White Uniform for Official Party Only, all other active duty semi-formal
Post Banquet Social - Tailhook Lounge
Uniform/attire note: Tailhook is a “business casual” event. All events are Flight Suit or Golf Shirt/Slacks. Panelists should coordinate with moderators, but should be in the same. The banquet is semi-formal (see above).
Why Attend Hook 26?
Attending Hook 26 means being part of a community that supports:
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The education and advocacy of naval aviation
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Professional growth and mentorship
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Preservation of carrier aviation history and culture
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Strong connections between military and industry
The Tailhook Association convention remains one of the most important annual gatherings for the naval aviation community.
