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NBAA Members Save on Southwest Airlines Flights

NBAA has partnered with Southwest Airlines® to offer members an exclusive 3% discount on Anytime and Business Select® fares, where eligible, now through Dec. 31, 2023.

Members can enjoy Southwest’s usual benefits, including two free checked bags, no change or cancellation fees, flight credits that don’t expire and exceptional customer service.

Plus, when members use SWABIZ® to book travel to the 2023 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas, NV, they can qualify for eligible discounted rates and receive a bonus of 15% more in Rapid Rewards points.

Learn more and start taking advantage today at nbaa.org/southwest and log into your NBAA account.

2023 Compensation Survey

Results from NBAA’s 2023 Compensation Survey are available for purchase. The survey results provide a comprehensive look at aviation department personnel salaries as well as key policies and benefits to help member companies better evaluate their own flight departments, retain top talent and stay competitive in the hiring marketplace.

Survey results include:

  • Annual cash compensation (including base salary, overtime and annual incentives)
  • Salary ranges
  • Merit increases
  • Long-term incentives – eligibility and type
  • Formally recorded duty/flight hours and weekend/RON days

Only NBAA business and operating members are eligible to purchase these results.

Members who participated in the survey receive complimentary access to the results.
nbaa.org/compsurvey


Professional Members get VIP Experience at NBAA-BACE

Professional members of NBAA will enjoy the VIP experience at NBAA-BACE, with access to the NBAA Professional Lounge, a dedicated space where attendees can rest; refuel with a beverage or snack; and take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a semi-private meeting space. Attendees who add a Professional membership to their convention registration will receive $30 in Uber credit to get around Las Vegas. Plus, they will enjoy the member registration price – a savings of more than $250. Current NBAA members can upgrade to the VIP experience by adding an Affiliated Professional Membership for $40, now or on-site at the show.
nbaa.org/join

Join Us at the NBAA-BACE Coffee Social

NBAA-BACE Coffee SocialPHOTO © Morgan Anderson Photography

Join members of NBAA staff and the Board of Directors at the NBAA Coffee Social, Tuesday, Oct. 17 from 2-3 p.m. at the NBAA Booth, No. N1834. Don’t miss this chance for a caffeinated pick-me-up and a sweet treat while you reconnect with fellow industry professionals and meet members of the NBAA team. nbaa.org/2023

Retired U.S. Air Force Gen. Lloyd 'Fig' Newton and his wife Elouise

Newton Named Chair Emeritus of NBAA Board

Retired U.S. Air Force Gen. Lloyd “Fig” Newton has been named to the newly created position of chair emeritus on the NBAA Board of Directors. Newton, a former board chair, will serve an initial one-year term. “NBAA brings great value to the business and civil aviation community and I wanted to continue to be involved with that,” Newton said.

Professional Development

NBAA will offer a variety of professional development program (PDP) courses in conjunction with the 2023 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas, NV, Oct. 17-19.

Aviation Leadership
This two-day interactive course provides essential tools for effective leadership in an aviation department as well as a company.

HR in the Flight Department
A one-day course aimed at bringing flight departments and their human resource partners together to discuss wide-ranging issues including hiring, retaining and employee development.

Elevating Your Leadership, Versatility and Influence
This invitation-only, two-day course is designed to maximize discussions and the exchange of best practices, while adding new tools to your leadership toolbox.

Effective Teamwork and Strategic Goal Management
A two-day, highly interactive course intended to sharpen your leadership skills as part of a high-performing team.

For more, visit nbaa.org/events/pdp.

New Certified Aviation Managers

More than 800 business aviation professionals from all segments of the industry have earned the Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) credential. The CAMs listed below are among the latest to join this elite group.

  • Thomas Mitchell Black, CAM
    President
    Max Air, Inc.
  • Eric David Black, CAM
    Lead Captain/Training Coordinator
    L Brands
  • John R. Fare, CAM
    Chief Pilot
    Johnson & Johnson
  • Branden Graves, CAM
    Captain, Executive Flight Services
    Airshare
  • Mike Gross, CAM
    Pilot
    Jet Aviation
  • Mark Grout Jr., CAM
    Captain
    Solairus Aviation
  • Neil Hutton, CAM
    Captain
    The Walsh Group
  • Glen Keen, CAM
    Captain/Security Coordinator
    McDonald’s Corp.
  • Marc Martin, CAM
    Pilot
    Select Medical
  • Andrew Masone, CAM
    Maintenance Manager
    Jet Aviation
  • Christopher Rozum, CAM
    Aviation Safety Inspector
  • Michael Youens, CAM
    Captain
    Saltchuk Aviation

Events Calendar

October

Oct. 15 – 16
Tax, Regulatory & Risk Management Conference | Las Vegas, NV

Oct. 16
Single-Pilot Safety Standdown | Las Vegas, NV

Oct. 16
Small Operator Symposium | Las Vegas, NV

Oct. 17 – 19
National Safety Forum | Las Vegas, NV

Oct. 17 – 19
NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) | Las Vegas, NV

February

Feb. 5-7
2024 NBAA Leadership Conference | Palm Springs, CA

March

March 12-14
2024 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2024) | Fort Worth, TX

March 26-28
2024 NBAA International Operators Conference (IOC2024) | Orlando, FL

March/April 2025

Earn Your Scheduler Certificate at Your Pace

NBAA’s Business Aircraft Scheduler Certificate, an online, on-demand course, is perfect for entry- to mid-level schedulers or anyone seeking to gain the specific business aviation scheduling skills and knowledge employers are looking for.
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Jan/Feb 2025

Updates on Travel Doc Discounts and Business Aviation Professional Development

The NBAA is partnering with business aviation travel leader G3 Global Services to offer member discounts and cost savings on a full suite of travel document procurement services. Also, take a look at NBAA’s professional development opportunities for 2025.
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Nov/Dec 2024

NBAA Jobs Board Provides a Valuable Resource for Life-Changing Career Opportunities

Boost your career with the NBAA Jobs Board and take a look at NBAA’s Business Aviation Customer Service Certificate program.
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Sept/Oct 2024

2024 Compensation Survey

Results are available from NBAA’s latest survey of aviation department personnel salaries and benefits. Also, review leadership-related NBAA PDP courses offered in conjunction with the 2024 NBAA-BACE.
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