Flight Deck – 2024 NBAA-BACE
Las Vegas Convention Center
West Hall, Booth #100
For the first time at 2024 National Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), NBAA introduces Flight Deck, an exclusive new panel-and-discussion series that will gather some of the industry’s most prominent figures and experts for their compelling perspectives on the hottest topics in a distinctive, interactive environment.
The panel series will feature CEOs, top government and industry executives and other big-picture thinkers, and will be moderated by top journalists, respected analysts and other thought leaders skilled at getting to the heart of what’s important in the consideration of complex issues.
The NBAA-BACE Flight Deck will also feature exhibitor-hosted thought leadership presentations highlighting a range of forward-looking topics and technologies from Avinode, Electra.aero, Joby and Lilium.
Tuesday, Oct. 22
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. |
How First Movers Are Using AI in Business AviationModerator: Panelists: Cut through the hype and hear from aviation’s AI pioneers – and operators who are early adopters – about how artificial intelligence can lower costs while making bizav even more flexible, responsive and safe. |
1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. |
Node Talks – Charter Chat
Moderator: Panelists: Listen to an engaging panel discussion on how to optimize ways of working. |
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
The Aircraft Brokers: An Insider’s Look at Today’s MarketModerator: Panelists: The world’s leading brokers know what’s shaping the business aircraft market and what emerging trends mean for the future. They have their hand on the pulse and will share their outlook. |
3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. |
The Nitty Gritty of Commercializing eVTOL
Moderator: Panelists: The future of flight is getting real. Hear first-hand from leading eVTOL manufacturers, operators and vertiport developers about the ins and outs of electric aviation. |
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Meet the Regulators: Top Officials from FAA and TSAModerator: Doug Carr, Senior Vice President, Safety, Security, Sustainability & International Operations, NBAA Panelists: Get face-to-face with agency leaders shaping policy for safety, security and certification. Ask them about their top priorities – and yours. |
Presented by Avinode
Presented by Lilium Wednesday, Oct. 23
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. |
Flight Security: Protecting BizAv Passengers and Crew in a Flight-Tracking AgeModerator: Panelists: With hacking, cyber-espionage and flight tracking at an all-time high, the digital world presents new threats for business aviation. Discover how security experts are keeping crews and passengers safe and secure from competitive espionage and other threats. |
10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. |
Streamlining Air Taxi Operations with LOAs in Class B Airspace
Speaker: As air taxi operations become a reality, integrating electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft into already busy Class B airspace presents both opportunities and challenges. This presentation, “Streamlining Air Taxi Operations with LOAs in Class B Airspace,” will explore the findings from groundbreaking simulations conducted by Joby Aviation in partnership with NASA. Using Letters of Agreement (LOAs) as a key procedural tool, these simulations demonstrated how major airports can accommodate up to 55 air taxi operations per hour without overwhelming air traffic controllers or disrupting existing commercial flight flows. Presenters will delve into the strategies tested at Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) and Dallas Love Field (DAL), focusing on how LOAs can reduce communication burdens, streamline traffic flows and ensure safety in high-density environments. By examining real-world case studies and future mid-term operational models, this presentation will showcase how existing air traffic management systems can be adapted for the rise of air taxi services. Attendees will gain insights into the practical applications of LOAs and corridor-based operations, providing a blueprint for safely scaling air taxi operations at Class B airports worldwide. |
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. |
Why You Should Expect More Than Fast With In-Flight Connectivity
Moderator: Panelists: Results from the latest survey from Viasat and Corporate Jet Investor (CJI) have indicated that expectations around business aviation connectivity have evolved considerably. Traditional speed-based plans are now outdated, especially those that advertise a top-speed without details around when, where and how frequently it will be achieved. Instead, savvy business aviation customers have broadened their focus to the overall experience. So, are the days of speed test decision-making finally over? And what is the new definition of world-class connectivity for business aviation? |
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
CLIMBING. FAST. – BizAv Leaders Champion the Industry’s Sustainability MissionModerator: Panelists: Aviation’s most legendary figures and leading lights have joined our industry’s daring mission to net zero. Find out how they’re making it happen. |
3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. |
Direct Aviation with Electra’s Ultra Short Aircraft
Speaker: Don’t miss this program update on Electra’s Ultra Short aircraft! Electra is defining the next level of connectivity through Direct Aviation – a new category of reliable, efficient and sustainable travel that makes new connections possible by bringing air travel closer to where we live, work and play. Electra’s Ultra Short aircraft uses a combination of blown lift with distributed electric propulsion to take off and land in less than 300 feet – opening new operating locations previously reachable only by helicopters and eVTOLs, but with 70% lower operating costs and 7x the range of eVTOLs. With ongoing test flights of its hybrid-electric Ultra Short prototype, Electra is flying the path forward. |
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Trending Up or Down? Market Experts Cut Through the NoiseModerator: Panelists: At a moment characterized by both economic exuberance and uncertainty, the sharpest business aviation analysts parse the market trends and debate what will happen next. |
Presented by Joby Aviation 
Presented by Viasat 
Presented by Electra.aero Thursday, Oct. 24
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
Collegiate ConnectStudents and faculty are invited to the 2024 Collegiate Connect, NBAA’s premier event focused on workforce development and community engagement. |
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