Event Schedule

ICOLSE 2026 Schedule at a Glance

Explore the draft outline for conference sessions, networking events, and technical tours in Charleston.

Sunday, October 4 — Early Check-In

Registration check-in will be open starting at 4:00 PM for attendees who would like to pick up materials early and avoid Monday morning lines.

Monday, October 5 — Conference Day 1

Morning: Breakfast, Registration, Opening Ceremony, Keynote Presentations

Mid-Morning: Coffee Break & Exhibition

Late Morning: Technical Session Block 1

Midday: Lunch

Afternoon: Technical Session Block 2

Late Afternoon: Coffee Break & Exhibition, Round Table Discussion

Evening: Welcome Reception

Tuesday, October 6 — Conference Day 2

Morning: Breakfast, Technical Session Block 3

Mid-Morning: Coffee Break, Technical Session Block 4

Midday: Lunch

Afternoon: Technical Session Block 5

Late Afternoon: Coffee Break, Technical Session Block 6

Evening: Conference Dinner / Social Event

Wednesday, October 7 — Conference Day 3

Morning: Breakfast, Technical Session Block 7

Mid-Morning: Coffee Break, Technical Session Block 8

Midday: Lunch

Afternoon: Technical Session Block 9, Closing Session / Conference Wrap-Up

Thursday, October 8 — Boeing Charleston Tours

Morning: Transportation to Boeing Charleston facility, Boeing Facility Tours

Join us for an exclusive tour of Boeing South Carolina’s 787 factory near the Charleston airport, where you’ll get an up-close look at the flight line and witness the incredible assembly of the Boeing Dreamliner. Then, hop on the provided bus to the Boeing South Carolina Technology Center’s Lightning Lab, just 20-30 minutes away, to see firsthand how the Technology Innovation Electromagnetic Effects team conducts cutting-edge lightning tests. Registration is capped at 100 attendees—don’t miss this unique opportunity!

Schedule is subject to refinement as speakers and details are finalized.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Adam Flournoy

Adam Flournoy is a Senior Technical Fellow at The Boeing Company specializing in Electromagnetic Effects. With extensive experience in lightning protection design for fuel systems and composite structures on the 787 and 777 programs, he has held both engineering and management roles, leading numerous successful certification projects. Adam consults across the Boeing enterprise on varying technology projects, and he collaborates with the FAA on lightning regulations and is committed to advancing industry-wide engagement in this critical field.

Richard Olson

Richard is an electromagnetic effects engineer at Textron Aviation, with previous experience at Beechcraft, Learjet, and Bombardier.  He has worked on Part 23 and Part 25 programs, including composite airframes, general aviation commercial airplanes, and special missions and defense programs, while focusing on all aspects of electromagnetic effects.  He recently started serving as the SAE AE-2 Lightning Committee chair, and has enjoyed collaborating with industry experts.