
Review the full schedule of VBACE education sessions and sponsored presentations from industry thought leaders.
Wednesday, Dec. 2 | Thursday, Dec. 3 | Press Conference Schedule
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020
9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. EST |
Honeywell Aerospace – Press Conference |
9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. EST |
Tamarack Aerospace Group – Press Conference |
10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. EST |
Cessna and Beechcraft – Press Conference |
10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. EST |
JETNET iQ – Press Conference |
10 a.m. – 10:45 p.m. EST |
Brokers and Dealers Coffee Chat
Moderated by: AvPro As we race to the end of the year, getting the deals in the pipeline done, it’s also time to think about next quarter’s opportunities. Join Rolls-Royce and AvPro for a coffee chat about the current business aviation marketplace and what brokers and dealers are expecting the next several months to deliver in business aviation transactions. Coffee Chat
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11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. EST |
A Conversation About ADS-B Testing
Moderated by: Rich Ochs, Spirit Aeronautics Join this VBACE Chat Lounge Coffee Chat to ask questions or share your own experience with ADS-B Out validation testing. Coffee Chat
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11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. EST |
AIRBUS – Press Conference |
11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. EST |
Innovative Solutions & Support – Press Conference |
11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. EST |
S&D Community ConversationLocation: Schedulers & Dispatchers Chat Lounge Connect with members of the Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee. This is a great opportunity to engage, share and learn from peers. Coffee Chat
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11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. EST |
Discuss the Compensation SurveyModerated by: Hunter Watson, NBAA’s Operations Specialist The 2020 NBAA Compensation Survey has been an instrumental tool for flight departments, providing a thorough review of aviation department personnel salaries and benefits. Join this session to learn more about the compensation survey and how it can be an instrumental to your operation’s success. Coffee Chat
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
Special Edition NBAA News Hour: Legislative & Regulatory Hot TopicsModerated by: Alex Gertsen, NBAA Learn about recent developments in the Federal regulatory and legislative arenas important to the business aviation community. This presentation also will explore how the industry can engage with policymakers to advance our advocacy efforts. Operations
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
Top Tax Benefits and Limitations for Aircraft Ownership & OperationModerated by: Scott O’Brien, NBAA Navigating the tax benefits and hurdles of aircraft ownership and operations can be complicated and being uninformed can be a costly mistake. This session will cover the basics of some key topics, such as bonus depreciation, personal use, and sales & use tax planning. Whether you are looking to purchase an aircraft or review your current tax situation, this session will provide some clarification to the rules and regulations with valuable planning opportunities. Operations
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
Turns Around a Pint Ep. 1 – Making Your Data Drive Your SMSPresented by: Amanda Ferraro, Aviation Safety Solutions and Max Grover, Dell Technologies Tune in for the first episode in a series of informal discussions between colleagues seeking to dissect the poignant safety issues effecting the industry at-large. Amanda Ferraro of Aviation Safety Solutions sits down for a drink while sharing her considerable expertise on how to derive and apply better data within your SMS. Safety Goals, SPIs, SPTs, oh my! Ferraro and Grover will explore one flight department’s transformational shift to utilizing the data they generated in a meaningful way. Safety
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
The Future of Flight: Using Connectivity to Digitally Transform Your Aircraft
In the COVID-19 era, the need for inflight connectivity has become more important than ever before. Business executives today are using their “office in the sky” as their primary office, conducting virtual meetings during flight, managing their inbox, leading remote workforces, staying on top of breaking news, and even holding in-person meetings on the aircraft while sitting on the tarmac to help ensure personal safety. All of which means the hunger for faster speeds, more personal services, and future-proof solutions is only going to increase in the years to come. Thought Leadership
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
Discuss UAS Safety Management SystemsModerated by: Jon Hegranes, Kittyhawk Join us to discuss NBAA’s UAS Safety Management Systems resources developed to aid businesses who have integrated or are planning to include UAS into their operations. Access link to be posted in lounge. Coffee Chat
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12 p.m. – 1 p.m. EST |
NBAA Local & Regional Groups Networking Event and Recognition CeremonyModerated by: Regional Group Leaders and Regional Reps Please join the NBAA Local & Regional Group Committee and fellow regional group leaders from around the country, plus NBAA Regional Representatives, for this networking event. This is a great opportunity for discussions with your peers about ideas for best practices for regional group success. We will also be presenting the NBAA Recognition of Outstanding Excellence By a Local & Regional Group during this time. If you are a regional group leader, or interested in starting up or participating in a grassroots business aviation/general aviation group in your area, this is for you! Coffee Chat
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1 p.m. – 2 p.m. EST |
Dierks Bentley – The VBACE Interview
Keynote speaker Dierks Bentley, a multi-platinum singer/songwriter and certificated pilot will present a “free-and-easy” keynote that will have a vibe characteristic of the overall event, which has a single, game-changing aim: bring people together, in an industry that thrives on connection. |
2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EST |
CAM Program ConversationLocation: CAM Chat Lounge Connect with members of the Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) Governing Board and engage in conversation about the program. Coffee Chat
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2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EST |
A Conversation About DEIModerated by: Jo Damato and Hunter Watson, NBAA Chat with members of NBAA’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Working Group to learn more about the association’s efforts. Access link to be posted in lounge. Coffee Chat
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2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. EST |
Baldwin Safety & Compliance – Press Conference |
2 p.m. – 3 p.m. EST |
Top 40 Under 40 Virtual Meetup
Moderated by: Past Top 40 Under 40 Award Winners Chat with members of NBAA’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Working Group to learn more about the association’s efforts. Coffee Chat
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2:30 p.m – 3:30 p.m. EST |
The New Era of Healthy Travel: COVID Solutions for Business Travel
Nine months ago, no one could have imagined the way life would look today. Passenger air travel came to a screeching halt worldwide and one of the most booming segments of the U.S. economy looked like it may never recover. Fast forward a few months and business aviation appears to be returning more quickly and moving in a positive direction. Protecting passengers and crew is becoming more of a priority than ever, and cockpit and cabin sterilization have become an essential part of aviation operations. Join a panel of industry experts to discuss the new era of healthy travel and the COVID solutions for business aviation. Thought Leadership
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2:30 p.m – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Living Leadership in the Aviation Maintenance CommunityPresented by Stewart D’Leon, NBAA and Jonathan Cleck, Stronghold Leadership What’s different about leaders and managers in a technical career field like aircraft maintenance? As the career field changes, are we meeting the needs of the current workforce as well as preparing the leaders of the future? Stewart and Jonathan will share some of their insight and speak about the unique challenges that we face in aviation maintenance in the area of leadership. If you are looking to expand your career growth opportunities to include a role that involves managing staff, they will also discuss the areas of knowledge, tools, and skill sets you should be exploring on your journey. Maintenance
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2:30 p.m – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Local & Regional Group Leadership Roundtable: Disaster Preparedness for Regional BizAv GroupsPresented by: This session will be focused on what local and regional group leaders need to be aware of during emergency responses by emergency response groups and their volunteers. Whether it is during weather events, natural disasters or health related emergencies, there are considerations that must be taken to be safe, effective and coordinated with other relief efforts. Local & Regional Group Roundtable
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2:30 p.m – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Turns Around a Pint Ep. 2 – Research Supporting Upset TrainingPresented by: Three recognized industry experts in the field of upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT) join the program to lead a high-level review of the trajectory of a typical loss of control in-flight (LOC-I) accident. Paul BJ Ransbury, Dr. Janeen Kochan, and Dr. Scott Glaser integrate their collective knowledge to present the progression of LOC-I from a real-world perspective. The discussion is supported by published research and first-hand experience training hundreds of pilots of all levels of experience in the domain of UPRT. Don’t miss this thought-provoking, evidence-based discussion of UPRT applied to LOC-I, every pilot’s most lethal threat on every flight. Safety
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2:30 p.m – 3:30 p.m. EST |
How BizAv Leaders Are Moving Forward During Unprecedented Times
Speakers: A climate crisis and global health crisis are forcing the business aviation industry to reckon with its future. In this panel discussion, business aviation leaders – from OEMs to providers to industry executives – will discuss how the sector as a whole needs to confront these challenges, what their individual companies are doing to combat the crises, and share their thoughts for moving forward and positive change. Thought Leadership
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3 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. EST |
How Can Aviation Directors Help Their Company Fly Again?Moderated by: Moderated by: Bob Hobbi and Lisa Archambeau, ServiceElements A business aircraft is an extremely versatile tool providing on-demand air transportation in a safe, efficient and secure manner. As company travel restrictions continue, yet some travel is necessary, what strategies can flight department leaders employ to convince their reporting executive to deploy the business aircraft for these missions? Join ServiceElements for a timely coffee chat exploring opportunities for business aviation to further integrate with the company’s needs and strategy. Coffee Chat
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
How Data-Driven Insights Influence Training
We live in a connected world where we have the ability, through various technologies, to collect and learn from various types of data. For example, many operators employ flight data monitoring programs to analyze operational data in order to measure and track operational risks. In training today, we have the opportunity to derive insights from various types of data to better understand how we can train safer pilots, improve the quality of instruction and ensure the training programs used are effective in the continuous development of a pilot. In this thought leadership session, we will examine how one such application, CAE Rise, can be used to help business aviation operators achieve the above. Thought Leadership
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
Chartering a Private/Business Aircraft: Tips for First-Timers
Operations
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
Local & Regional Group Roundtable: Regional Groups & BizAv Career EngagementSpeaking with students, parents and teachers about a career in business aviation can occur with short notice. Join the Local & Regional Group Committee to learn about tips and resources to engage with your audience. Local & Regional Group Roundtable
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
DIY International Trip PlanningPresented by: Lyndsay Dyer Ancora, L/D Aviation Services, Inc.; Craig Hanlon, Corteva; Scott Harrold, Sky Aviation; Sumant Salway, Tripplanning.biz and Mark Zee, OPSGROUP Operations
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
The Future of Flight: How Digital Solutions are Transforming the User Experience
Increased access to data and information are changing the way you plan and manage your operations – as well as the experience you provide your passengers. Join us as we explore what these technology trends mean for pilots, passengers, dispatchers and directors of maintenance – now and for the future. Thought Leadership
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
A Conversation About Small Flight Department Subcommittee InitiativesModerated by: Dave Keys, NBAA’s Small Flight Department Subcommittee Chair Join the NBAA Small Flight Department Subcommittee for an interactive session to discuss safety culture, operation resources, and future iniatives the committee plans to address. Coffee Chat
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5 p.m. – 6 p.m. EST |
Business Aviation Safety Data Sharing Q&A
Moderated by: Jeff Mittelman, Mittelman Aviation Solutions Human-reported and automated safety data can provide a wealth of information to business aircraft operators. However, in a survey conducted by the NBAA Safety Committee, only 45% of association members said they participate in some sort of an automated safety data sharing effort. In the aftermath of recent incidents, NBAA members have seen data pointing to the prevalence of common causes throughout the industry. How many incidents might business aviation prevent by taking advantage of this information before a tragedy, rather than after? Without operators utilizing or providing data, these critical failures can go unnoticed, even in the most robust SMS, resulting in incidents and potentially loss of life. The Safety Committee is developing tools to promote the use and sharing of data among business aircraft operators not already doing so. Join this Coffee Chat with our experts on the topic to get your questions about business aviation safety data sharing answered. Coffee Chat
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7 p.m. – 8 p.m. EST |
VBACE YoPro Virtual Happy Hour
Moderated by: Members of NBAA’s YoPro Council Kick back virtually with members of NBAA’s YoPro Council. Check in with friends old and new. Coffee Chat
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Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020
10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. EST |
International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) – Press Conference |
11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. EST |
A Conversation About Minimum Equipment Lists (MELs)
Moderated by: Tom Atzert, Leading Edge ATS Join this VBACE Chat Lounge Coffee Chat to ask members of NBAA’s Maintenance Committee about MELs, configuration deviation lists (CDLs) and non-essential furnishing (NEF) lists. Coffee Chat
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11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. EST |
S&D Community ConversationLocation: Schedulers & Dispatchers Chat Lounge Connect with members of the Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee. This is a great opportunity to engage, share and learn from peers. Coffee Chat
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11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. EST |
StandardAero – Press Conference |
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
Buying a Private Aircraft: What First-time Buyers Need to KnowPresented by: Amanda Applegate, Aerlex Law Group; Deborah Bew Liu, Aircraft Acquisitions, Inc. and Mike Nichols, CAM, NBAA Operations
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
Castaway: Blue Water Ditching: Training For The Unthinkable DisasterPresented by: Scott Harrold, Sky Aviation; Paul Scurio, Netflix; Dave Montgomery, author of Blue Water Ditching; Sean Patrick, Irish Aviation Authority: and Brian Koester, NBAA Operations
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
Turns Around a Pint Ep. 3 – Refining your Organization’s Safety CulturePresented by: Paul Ratté, United States Aircraft Insurance Group and Max Grover, Dell Technologies Much like a fine wine, nurturing and refining a positive safety culture takes time, patience and a solid team effort. Paul Ratté joins Max Grover to share some pragmatic advice on why striving for a successful safety culture should be paramount to any aviation organization and how to best balance organizational characteristics to achieve this. Promoting and sustaining safety culture is a continuous effort that is universally applicable. Ratté’s expertise shines light on common pitfalls and how to best derive value from your safety culture. Safety
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
Aviation Workforce OpportunitiesModerated by: Sheryl Barden, Aviation Personnel International Workforce development remains a critical topic for the aviation industry, despite this temporary reprieve. Join this Coffee Chat, facilitated by NBAA Board Member, Sheryl Barden, to share your perspective on opportunities for business aviation to focus on the next generation of talent for our industry. Coffee Chat
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST |
The Business Aviation Market in a Post-COVID World
Moderated by: Dean Roberts, Market Analysis Executive – Business Aviation, Rolls-Royce Join a facilitated Coffee Chat about what brokers, financiers and others involved in aircraft transactions may expect after this pandemic. What is the OEM deliveries outlook for the next few years? Will new entrants in business aviation stay? Will working from home and Zoom reduce flight demand long term? How will electric/hybrid aircraft impact business aviation? Coffee Chat
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12 p.m. – 1 p.m. EST |
Chat with EBACE YoPros!
Moderated by: EBACE YoPro Council Catch up with the EBACE YoPro Council to learn what’s in store for EBACE2021. Coffee Chat
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1 p.m. – 2 p.m. EST |
Erin Meyer and the Netflix No Rules Rules CultureErin Meyer, who wrote the New York Times best-selling book “No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention,” with Netflix co-founder and CEO Reed Hastings, will discuss how the company’s emphasis on culture – including ever-evolving ways of thinking about leadership and success – has positioned Netflix among the nation’s most-innovative organizations, especially in this COVID-19 moment. In her keynote, Meyer will lay out a three-step method – a roadmap for any organization – for building a business culture that promotes the kind of cross-organizational flexibility and creativity that has become the Netflix trademark. |
2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EST |
CAM Program ConversationLocation: CAM Chat Lounge Connect with members of the Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) Governing Board and engage in conversation about the program. Coffee Chat
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2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Jeppesen Presents: Ask the Experts
Moderator: Crystal Kubeczka, FlightSafety International This special event presented by Jeppesen will provide an opportunity to explore any international topics and delve deep into specific areas of interest. This “don’t-miss” coffee chat ensures that all of your international ops questions are answered at VBACE. Access link to be posted in the International Operators lounge. Coffee Chat
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2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST |
The Path Forward: Restarting Operations During a Global Pandemic
The world is battling a pandemic unlike we have seen in our lifetimes. As business aviation continues to make its return, operators are presented with new challenges and risks daily. Join a panel of industry experts who will discuss obstacles including how to ensure crew and passengers are healthy prior to flight, how do you respond if someone develops COVID-like symptoms while traveling, and how can you ensure the safety of those traveling on your aircraft when the level of risk is constantly changing? This panel will share tried and tested best practices for minimizing health and safety risks in the current environment. The discussion will provide insight on the path forward. Thought Leadership
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2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Beyond the A&P Ticket: The Expanded Role of Today’s Modern Business Aviation Maintenance ProfessionalPresented by Stewart D’Leon, NBAA; Andrew Kiehl, Executive Jet Management; Shannon Hotchkin, Nike; Fern Campos, Disney Aviation Group; Kevin Flynn, CAM, AbbVie Maintenance
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2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Local & Regional Group Leadership Roundtable: Regional BizAv Group Fundraising in Difficult TimesRaising funds for your organization might seem more challenging than ever these days. How can your group adapt and create new methods to fill in the financial gaps left behind by the pandemic? Join us to discuss creative fundraising options and ideas during this session and bring stories to share about what your group is doing to raise funds. Local & Regional Group Roundtable
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2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Emerging Technology Trends and Expectations
Moderator: Kirsten Bartok Touw, Managing Partner, AirFinance If you are interested in learning the latest in trends dominating the emerging technologies market, join our panel discussion to hear more on hypersonic flight, carbon-free flight, advanced air mobility (AAM), eVTOL, and how the US and global landscapes are evolving to integrate these technologies. Emerging Trends
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2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Women in Aviation: We Can’t Afford to Lose Them
The last year has taken a toll on people and companies across the industry, and new research indicates that the global pandemic has negatively impacted women in particular. Join Kriya Shortt, SVP of Parts & Programs at Textron Aviation and member of the FAA Women in Aviation Advisory Board, for a conversation with industry leaders about why supporting and retaining women in the workforce now is critical for the next generation and how companies can address the core challenges women are facing. Thought Leadership
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2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Reducing Business Aviation Runway Excursions Q&AModerated by: Dan Boedigheimer, Advanced Aircrew Academy Runway excursions continue to afflict the business aviation industry as its most common accident type. The event sequences that lead to runway excursions are consistently common. This means that operators can prevent most runway excursions by adhering to standard operating procedures designed to mitigate these well-identified causes. The addition of technology tools to these defined standard operating procedures can further reduce the likelihood of having a runway excursion event. Join this coffee chat with our experts on the topic to get answers to your questions and reduce your risk of having a runway excursion. Coffee Chat
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2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. EST |
Coffee Chat: Aircraft FinanceLocation: Aircraft Transactions & Dealmakers Chat Lounge Join leaders of the National Aircraft Finance Association (NAFA) for a coffee chat conversation about the state of business aircraft finance. What trends are we seeing today and what might we expect in 2021 and beyond? What impact might COVID-19 have on the global economy and how could that affect business aviation? Access link to be posted in lounge. Coffee Chat
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3:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. EST |
Women in Aviation: Continue the ConversationModerated by: Jo Damato and Hunter Watson, NBAA Keep the conversation going after Women in Aviation thought leader session, sponsored by Textron Aviation. Access link to be posted in lounge. Coffee Chat
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3:30 p.m. – 4:40 p.m. EST |
Airports Coffee ChatModerated by: Alex Gertsen, NBAA and Access Committee Members Join this video meeting to discuss key issues impacting business aviation airports and to network with airport leaders from around the country. Aircraft operators: do you have a question you have been wanting to ask an airport expert or an airport manager? Don’t miss this unique opportunity. Access link to be posted in lounge. Coffee Chat
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
Crew Management in the New Reality
This panel discussion will explore the future challenges and opportunities for business aviation operators in the area of crew management. Panelists will:
Thought Leadership
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
Next Steps to Achieving Sustainability
Moderated by: Bob Searles, NBAA At a first-of-its-kind sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) summit held in September, business aviation leaders committed to redouble efforts to foster the large-scale production and widespread adoption of SAF. What other practical steps is the industry taking now to move toward its goal of improving fuel efficiency and minimizing its environmental footprint? Learn what operators, aircraft and engine manufacturers, and others are doing. Emerging Trends
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
Local & Regional Group Leadership Roundtable: Networking and Staying in Touch with Regional BizAv Group MembershipLearn about tips, tricks and tools for networking these trying times. COVID 19 and social distancing may have paused our in-person events, but staying connected has never been easier. Join us for information on maintaining relationships and driving more value for your membership. Local & Regional Group Roundtable
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
Turns Around a Pint Ep. 4 – Pinnacle ProfessionalismPresented by: Jeff Wofford, NBAA Safety Committee Chair Professionalism: Despite being a major industry focus, it is not hard to scour the NTSB database and find an incident or accident that seems void of professional behavior. At least, some air of professionalism would have acted as a barrier to the incident. Jeff Wofford, chair of the NBAA Safety Committee, enjoys an IPA while covering professionalism as a value, manner of operating, and core institutional pillar. He explains how we can all benefit from holding ourselves and our peers accountable as aviation professionals. Safety
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4 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST |
Business Aviation Security: Changing Approaches to Protecting Your People and CompanyPresented by: Clay Hendon, Twenty20 Solutions; Greg Kulis, NBAA Security Council; Eric Moilanen, Premier Corporate Security and Doug Carr, NBAA Operations
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