The Air Force Association, Langley Chapter, and the Headquarters Air Combat Command Langley AFB VA will hold the 5th Combat Air Forces (CAF) Airpower Symposium at the Langley AFB VA Base Theater on 20 May 2009. The Symposium theme this year is "Securing the High Ground -- Dominant Combat Air Force for America."

The 5th CAF Airpower Symposium will feature senior leadership and eminently qualified speakers discussing topics vital to national defense interests. Scheduled panel session topics include Operational Concerns, CAF in Irregular Warfare, and Recapitalization and Modernization.

The Symposium is an outstanding opportunity to continue to strengthen our government-to-industry relationships, foster an excellent exchange of information with senior leaders, and provide information to our industry partners on future CAF business opportunities. Involvement is encouraged in this important event.

There will be an Air Force Association hosted reception for Symposium participants at the Langley Officers' Club on Wednesday, 20 May following the Symposium. Various displays and exhibits will be available for viewing.

On Thursday, 21 May, the Air Force Association will host the 17th Annual Salute to Air Combat Command with a golf tournament at the Langley Golf Course, followed by a Black Tie Gala in the evening at the Newport News Marriott at City Center, both open to Symposium attendees. Register for the golf tournament and Black Tie Gala as you register for the Symposium at the web sites listed below.

If you can join us, please have each participant complete the registration package at www.afalangley.org or www.meetingspots.net.