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Resources: Technology

Here are some of the resources NBAA offers to help members stay abreast of new technological developments and safely apply them to their businesses.

Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Learn about sustainable aviation fuels, which are designed to be efficient, “drop-in” renewable- source alternatives to petroleum-based Jet A. While the availability of SAF continues to grow, additional supply at a competitive price is critical to achieving industry sustainability goals.
nbaa.org/saf

Communications, Navigation & Surveillance

As new technologies have been developed, operators have made the investments needed to incorporate new equipment into their aircraft. Learn about technologies such as ADS-B, RVSM, TCAS, CVRs, FDRs and PBN.
nbaa.org/cns

Advanced Air Mobility

Read the latest about how electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft will move people and cargo between places not currently or easily served by existing aviation modes.
nbaa.org/aam

Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Unmanned aircraft systems have many applications in business aviation. Read the latest on UAS technology, safety and integration into the National Airspace System.
nbaa.org/uas

Emerging Technologies Committee

This group provides insights that enable NBAA to advocate on behalf of industry on rulemaking, standards-setting and policy-related activities related to a variety of new aviation technologies.
nbaa.org/emerging-tech

4% - the projected annual growth rate for aircraft and avionics technician jobs through 2032

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

What’s New

CBP General Aviation Fact Sheets

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has produced a series of General Aviation Airport Fact Sheets with office hours, hours of service for entrance and clearance, contact information, permission to land procedures and more.
nbaa.org/cpb-fact-sheets

Aircraft Operating and Leasing Guide

This resource includes guidelines for aircraft support services agreements, dry lease agreements, interchange agreements, joint ownership agreements and time-sharing agreements.
nbaa.org/options

By the Numbers: Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Use Case Preferences

Survey respondents in the U.S. – who said they would definitely switch from their current mode of transportation to a small AAM aircraft – said they would use AAM for the following purposes:

Business: 26% Leisure travel: 22% Airport trips: 18% Commuting: 14% Errands: 14%

Source: 2021 McKinsey & Company AAM Consumer Survey

March/April 2025

Resources: International Operations

For operators who fly globally for business, NBAA offers resources and news, including critical updates about ever-changing requirements and more.
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Jan/Feb 2025

Resources: Workforce Development

NBAA offers many programs and other resources to help industry professionals meet workforce challenges – both now and in the future.
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Student Edition 2024/2025

Flight Bag: Why Choose Business Aviation?

Scan these quick facts about possible jobs and your path to business aviation.
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Nov/Dec 2024

Review These Resources Available at 2024 NBAA-BACE

Review some of the exciting, exclusive and fascinating events taking place at the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), in Las Vegas, NV. Take a look; make plans and don’t miss out.
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