Question: What is a Fly-In?
Answer: A “Fly-In” refers to a day organized for advocates (members) from an organization to travel to Washington, DC, and to meet with Members of Congress, staff, or other key decision-makers.

Question: How is the Fly-In different than the Summit?
Answer: The Fly-In is our large annual event that has more than 1 key issue to focus on, and more opportunities to meet with elected officials.

Question: Is there a registration fee?
Answer: Yes, there is a flat fee of $150 per person attending the event at our host hotel. Registration refunds cannot be made after May 22, 2026.

Question: What is included in the registration fee?
Answer: One (1) hotel accommodation per member organization (room/tax for the lowest-priced standard room) at our host hotel for the nights of Monday, June 8, and Tuesday, June 9, are included for everyone attending the Tuesday programs (morning and afternoon) and the Wednesday Congressional meetings. Also included are the group meals at the hotel (breakfast, lunch, evening reception on Tuesday, June 9, and breakfast on Wednesday, June 10, and light refreshments on Capitol Hill).

Question: Are the cost of flights/mileage covered for the DC Fly-In?
Answer: No, you are responsible for the cost of transportation to and from the event.

Question: Do I need to make a hotel reservation?
Answer: No! NFIB will reserve one (1) hotel room per member organization on your behalf at the host hotel for the nights of Monday, June 8, and Tuesday, June 9. If you plan to extend your stay, please indicate that during the registration process. Extended rooms are at your own expense, limited, and may not be available at the time of the request nor at the group rate.  

Question: What should I wear?
Answer: Attire for Tuesday, June 9, is business casual (for both morning/afternoon programs and the evening reception). Attire for Wednesday, June 10, is business attire. A collared shirt with your small business logo is also appropriate. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes. Bring your business cards!

Question: What can I do to prepare for the Fly-In, prior to attending?
Answer: Visit the MORE tab to watch our brief on-demand Advocacy Academy training videos, read over our Key Issues and Alerts, and read event-related emails.

Question: Do I need a REAL ID to travel?
Answer: Yes, however, if you do not have a REAL ID-complaint driver's license or other acceptable form of identification (such as a U.S. passport) the TSA will require all U.S. travelers age 18+ to verify their ID using Confirm.ID, TSA's alternative identity verification option.  Travelers using Confirm.ID will be required to pay a $45.00 identity-verification fee at security.  The verification process at the airport can take up to 30 minutes or more. Successful verification activates a 10-day travel window.  The $45.00 fee is non-refundable, even if verification is unsuccessful.

For more information about this, please visit https://www.tsa.gov/tsaconfirm-id.

Question: How do I get to DC?
Answer: If you are flying to D.C., we recommend flying into Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is the closest airport to the event and downtown DC attractions. Taking a taxi or rideshare (Uber/Lyft) is the best option for getting to the hotel. Taxi and rideshare rates vary, depending on the time of day. Washington Dulles (IAD) is another option, though, it is farther away. The hotel has overnight valet parking available for $63 per night and daily valet parking for $30, which can be billed to your room at your expense. 

Question: When should I plan to depart DC?
Answer: We recommend booking departure flights on Wednesday, June 10, after 6 p.m. to ensure your participation in the Hill meetings with your elected officials and staff.

Question: I have more questions about the event. How can I contact a Fly-In event manager?
Answer: Please email flyin@nfib.org.

Question: Can I post photos of the event on social media?
Answer: Yes! Feel free to take photos and videos throughout the event to share your Fly-In experience with your connections and followers. Be sure use the hashtag #NFIBFlyIn2026 and follow NFIB on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X to engage with us throughout the event. We’re thrilled you are joining us!