CFS 2026: Jon Acuff Kicks Off With an Opening Keynote

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CFS 2026: Jon Acuff Kicks Off With an Opening Keynote

Sep 15, 2026

The premier aviation safety conference opened its keynote programming with New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff, giving the room a jolt of energy before three days of technical sessions, panels, and peer exchange.

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