Agenda – 2025 NBAA Single-Pilot Safety Standdown

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Effectively Managing Fatigue in Single-Pilot Business Aviation

Single-pilot operators in business aviation often balance flying with the demands of running their businesses, creating a unique and often intense operational environment that increases the risk of fatigue. This session will explore how these dual responsibilities impact pilot performance and safety. Attendees will get insights into the cognitive effects of fatigue along with practical strategies and tools to manage it – all to support safer, more sustainable single-pilot operations.

Scaling Up: Best Practices for Evolving Single-Pilot Operations

As single-pilot operators grow their missions and consider more capable aircraft, they face critical decisions that impact safety, efficiency and long-term success. This session offers a practical look at the key considerations when stepping into a new platform – how to assess the size of the leap, which operational habits transfer effectively and where new challenges arise. Topics include transitioning from informal training environments to standardized Part 142 programs, understanding the dynamics of welcoming a second pilot on the flight deck and navigating the division of duties between Pilot Flying and Pilot Not Flying. Whether you’re moving up to your first type rating or exploring the shift from solo to dual-pilot operations, this session provides valuable insights to help you scale up with confidence.

Break

Navigating Risk: A Panel on Top Safety Threats in the National Airspace System

Join top industry and air traffic experts for a vital discussion on the real safety challenges pilots face. We’ll break down the risks of losing control in flight, midair collisions and runway incidents. You’ll get up-to-the-minute info on new tech and strategies to keep you and your passengers safe. Plus, share your experiences and learn directly from leading voices in aviation safety. This isn’t just theory; it’s practical knowledge you can use on your next flight.

Real-World Lessons From Single-Pilot Incidents

Join us for a critical look at real-life case studies that highlight the challenges and decisions single-pilots face. We’ll dissect recent incidents, analyzing the factors that led to them and, most importantly, the lessons we can all learn to avoid similar situations. This session will provide invaluable insights into decision-making under pressure, risk management and best practices for maintaining safety in demanding single-pilot operations. Come prepared to learn, discuss and enhance your situational awareness.

Closing Remarks