NBAA’s Strategic Engagement article series looks at how flight department managers can help ensure a positive, effective relationship with the company’s headquarters. It provides management tips and tools for Part 91 operators both large and small.

Part 1: Closing the Gap Between Hangar and Headquarters
Flight department managers are finding that participating in a company’s activities and planning are essential. Read this story (PDF)

Part 2: The New-Generation Aviation Director
It takes a strong flight department leader who is attuned to the business needs of the company to bridge the gap between hangar and headquarters.

Part 3: Becoming Strategic Partners With Company Headquarters
This five-step plan can strengthen your flight department’s relationship with company headquarters “downtown.”

Part 4: Managing Your Flight Department Like a Business
Flight departments usually are not considered revenue-generating organizations, but they still should be managed as a business unit.

Only NBAA members can download the complete Strategic Engagement series in PDF format.

Download the Strategic Engagement series.