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YoPros: The Many Benefits of Purposeful Volunteerism May/June 2026: Volunteering with purpose can reveal key insights, give back to the community and forge life-changing relationships.
Bizav Executive Director: ‘Adversity Can Be an Advantage’ May/June 2026: A rising young leader in business aviation urges Gen Z to let adversity “shape you instead of shake you.”
Young Professionals: Target Jobs Where Your Skills Matter Most March/April 2026: Find potential employers who will value your individual skill set, say experts. This strategy may boost your career.
2025 NBAA YoPro Survey Results Oct. 29, 2025: The NBAA NBAA’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPro) Council conducted a survey of young business aviation professionals to understand their perspectives on career development, industry trends and work challenges.
Business Aviation's Top 40 Under 40 Nov/Dec 2025: NBAA’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPro) program introduces 40 accomplished and promising leaders who are working to ensure the industry continues to thrive well into the future.
YoPros: How to Get Started as an Effective Bizav Advocate Nov/Dec 2025: Experienced business aviation advocates share tips on how they make a difference in the industry by actively meeting with local and national lawmakers to help them more clearly understand business aviation’s societal benefits and its vital economic role.
Typical Pitfalls for First-Time Managers Sept/Oct 2025: Business aviation professionals who find themselves in a management position without building any leadership skills in advance will likely fight an uphill battle for success.
Proven Tips for Landing Your First AMT Job March/April 2025: Finding that first job as a professional aviation maintenance technician is a challenge that may feel exceptionally daunting. Industry veterans share their secrets to success.
Podcast: YoPros Share Proven Strategies to Invest in Your Success April 7, 2025: Professional development plays a crucial role in advancing a career in business aviation, but it can be difficult for the industry's young professionals to find the time - and finances - to pursue opportunities for growth. However, there are many paths that can yield a valuable "return on you," that are worth seeking out.
NBAA Announces Recipients of Inaugural Young Professionals in Business Aviation Scholarship Oct. 19, 2024: NBAA’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation Council has announced the first recipients of its newly created scholarship.
Saluting Business Aviation's Top 40 Under 40 Nov/Dec 2024: NBAA’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPro) program shines a spotlight on 40 young, accomplished and passionate business aviation leaders who are paving the way toward a brighter future for an industry crucial to the nation’s economy.
NBAA YoPros Celebrate 10 Years of Leading, Volunteering, Inspiring Nov/Dec 2024: The co-founders of NBAA’s wildly successful initiative share the amazing story of how one idea – fueled by vision, passion and innovation – became a movement to strengthen the industry while helping others.
NBAA Names the 2024 Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40 Oct. 10, 2024: NBAA announced the 2024 Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40, which celebrate emerging leaders who are spearheading innovation within the industry.
Young Professionals: Why You Should Develop Ancillary Skills Sept/Oct 2024: If a specific skill isn’t expressly necessary to perform the job, that doesn’t mean it’s not valuable. Ancillary skills can elevate your performance and pave the way to a successful career.
NBAA Young Professionals Deliver ‘CLIMBING. FAST.’ Message to Capitol Hill July 2, 2024: The business aviation community’s sustainability leadership was front and center during a third annual Capitol Hill fly-in that mobilized an energized group of nearly 70 young industry professionals from across the country for meetings with lawmakers to highlight the industry’s many societal benefits.
Young Professionals: Tips to Empower Gen Z to Succeed July/August 2024: As the age group known as Gen Z prepares to assume greater leadership roles, effective communication with Baby Boomer and Gen X leaders is critical. With that in mind, three young aviation professionals offered their perspectives.
Record Nominations Received for Prestigious NBAA Top 40 Under 40 in Business Aviation Award June 26, 2024: A record 702 nominations were submitted for this year’s NBAA Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40 Award, which annually honors young professionals making a difference in the industry.
NBAA News Hour: Crafting Your Career Narrative May 17, 2024: How can today’s young professionals build a rewarding career in business aviation? A panel of experts answered that question during a recent the NBAA News Hour webinar.
Industry Leaders Tell Future Workforce: Leverage the Powerful Aviation Network April 26, 2024: At the Alpha Eta Rho conference, industry leaders Julia Harrington of Axis Jet, Caleb Stitely of Chantilly Air and Gary Webb of AviationManuals took part in a Collegiate Connect panel to share insights with the aviation fraternity members on the breadth of career tracks in business aviation.
Young Professionals: Developing and Practicing a Safety Mindset May/June 2024: Business aviation experts offered tips on becoming a vigilant partner in the industry’s never-ending crusade to improve safety. They also shared valuable perspectives on why incorporating a safety mindset into every task is more critical than ever.
NBAA's YoPro Council Unveils Survey Highlighting Young Professionals' Needs April 9, 2024: A new survey published by NBAA’s Young Professionals Council found the most valuable benefit members derive from council events is the opportunity to network with other business aviation industry professionals.
Young Professionals Offer Tips for Navigating Career Slumps March/April 2024: What should young professionals do when their career hits a slow patch, and they suddenly find themselves in a frustrating sort of job limbo? Five seasoned business aviation pros offer their perspectives and possible solutions.
NBAA YoPros Team Up With Regional Groups to Grow, Strengthen Business Aviation April 1, 2024: In the wake of a successful collaborative event in Texas, NBAA’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation have kicked off a nationwide initiative to partner with regional industry groups to further grow the industry by fostering its next generation of leaders.
Young Professionals: Consider Career Paths in Safety Roles Jan/Feb 2024: Codification of safety management systems for business aviation is increasing the number of safety specialties in the sector and, as a result, increasing the number of job opportunities. Experts share the details.
YoPro Advocacy: Apply to Be a Part of the Exciting Capitol Hill Fly-In on June 26 Feb. 5, 2024: NBAA’s third annual Young Professionals Fly-in to Capitol Hill will open the application process to all interested young professionals in an effort to involve more people in NBAA’s advocacy efforts in Washington, DC.
Young Professionals: Are You Management Material? Sept/Oct 2023: For people thinking about climbing the business aviation management ladder, NBAA YoPros offer ideas for evaluating potential and improving leadership skills.
NBAA YoPros Inspire Students at Oshkosh July 31, 2023: NBAA’s Young Professionals in Aviation hosted a networking and information-sharing event at EAA AirVenture to help students learn more about opportunities in business aviation.
NBAA YoPros ‘Fly In’ to Advocate for Business Aviation June 12, 2023: With FAA reauthorization on the horizon, NBAA’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation Council spent a day on Capitol Hill meeting with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle and discussing the industry’s most pressing priorities.
Podcast: Supporting YoPros in Aviation Maintenance March 27, 2023: Young professionals (YoPros) working in business aviation continue to shape our industry in many exciting ways. The upcoming 2023 NBAA Maintenance Conference will feature a new session dedicated to supporting and encouraging these young professionals as they advance in their careers.
Young Professionals: Nailing the Job Interview March/April 2023: Learning a few key interviewing skills can make all the difference for young professionals fresh out of school and ready to enter the business aviation job market.
Young Professionals: How to Advocate on the State and Local Level Nov/Dec 2022: Perhaps the best place for business aviation advocates to make an impact is locally.
Young Professionals: Building Your Brand July/August 2022: Building and maintaining a professional brand is essential for young professionals
NBAA YoPros Shine at Oshkosh, New Program Unveiled July 28, 2022: Current and aspiring Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPros) gathered for networking and information sharing during a YoPro Social Hour held at the NBAA tent during the annual EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI.
YoPro ‘Fly-In’ Brings Valuable Insights, Opportunities to Advocate for Industry on Capitol Hill June 30, 2022: Twenty young business aviation professionals traveled to Capitol Hill for a series of productive discussions with congressional staffers about the important role of business aviation around the country, and current issues facing the industry.
Young Professionals: Explore Non-Traditional Mentorships May/June 2022: Informal approaches to mentorship can have a lasting and fulfilling impact on both mentors and mentees.
NBAA YoPros Give Back Through Beach Cleanup at SDC2022 April 5, 2022: Giving back to the local community has long been a key part of the NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC), and this year, the NBAA Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPro) group hosted a "Day of Service" beach cleanup prior to the opening of SDC2022.
Young Professionals: Attracting and Retaining the Next Generation Jan/Feb 2022: Understanding what motivates YoPros is key to attracting and retaining new talent.
Podcast: A Conversation With Three Bizav Rising Stars Oct. 11, 2021: NBAA has announced its 2021 Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40, a select group of young professionals recognized by their peers for their contributions to our industry. In this episode, three of these dynamic individuals share their personal stories.
NBAA Announces the 2021 Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40 Oct. 8, 2021: NBAA has unveiled the 2021 Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40, which recognizes rising leaders who are driving innovation within the industry.
YoPros: We’re Ready for You at NBAA-BACE Sept. 20, 2021: NBAA’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation group will host a series of events during NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition, which are designed to provide networking and educational opportunities to group members.
Young Professionals: Pursuing a Promotion July/August 2021: YoPros need to advocate for themselves to get the promotions they deserve.
Getting That Pandemic-Era Promotion: Three Perspectives July 20, 2021: Three young professionals explain how they were able to advance their careers despite the pandemic.
Industry Professionals: The Benefits of Joining a Group May/June 2021: Joining a group can have a positive impact on your career.
Podcast: YoPros Step Up During National Volunteer Week April 19, 2021: In recognition of National Volunteer Week (April 18-24), four of business aviation's young professionals (YoPros) discuss the importance of volunteering in their communities.
Young Professionals: Cultivating Skills to Become a Leader March/April 2021: Young professionals can take several steps to prepare themselves for leadership positions.
Forging Meaningful Connections Online Jan/Feb 2021: Current and aspiring aviation professionals find kindred spirits in digital communities.
Young Professionals: Establishing Work/Life Balance in the Pandemic Jan/Feb 2021: Younger workers are relying on technology to help them get through these unusual times.
Podcast: YoPro Initiatives in 2021 Jan. 11, 2021: NBAA's Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPros) group has redoubled its efforts to stay connected, give back and plan for a brighter post-pandemic future.
Aspiring Professionals: Working in Business Aviation Requires Adaptability, Flexibility Nov/Dec 2020: If you're looking for a job in business aviation, but like your workdays to be predictable and routine, you probably aren’t suited for a fast-paced career in this industry.
NBAA Promotes Business Aviation Careers at Virtual Events Across the Country Oct. 21, 2020: NBAA has redoubled its efforts to virtually reach out to college and university students as COVID-19 restricts in-person gatherings.
NBAA Announces the 2020 Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40 Oct. 6, 2020: NBAA unveiled the 2020 Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40, which recognizes rising leaders who are driving innovation within the industry.
NBAA News Hour: 3 Tips to ‘Manage Up’ In Tough Times July 2, 2020: For early career professionals, the evolving company needs brought on by COVID-19 could be a time to take initiative and become a leader. NBAA YoPros and executive coaches shared tips for ‘managing up’ during tough times.
YoPro Engagement in Legislative Advocacy Critical During COVID-19 Crisis April 21, 2020: A NBAA News Hour webinar on April 20, 2020, underscored how critical it is for young business aviation professionals to stay engaged in advocacy efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Inaugural NBAA Emerging Leaders Conference Hailed as a Success Feb. 28, 2020: The NBAA Emerging Leaders Conference (ELC2020) attracted 120 attendees, and provided an opportunity for networking, education and enhancing leadership skills.
Coming Soon: Top 40 Under 40 Returns to Spotlight Industry’s Young Talent Jan. 21, 2020: The nomination period for the next Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40 will open on Feb. 26, 2020.
NBAA TV Live: Inspiring the Next Generation of Aviation Leaders Nov. 8, 2019: Kali Hague, chair of the 2020 NBAA Emerging Leaders Conference, shares how the inaugural event will provide attendees with tangible benefits they can take back to their workplaces, in this NBAA TV Live interview.
NBAA TV Live: Spotlight on Young Professionals in Business Aviation Oct. 24, 2019: Jessica McClintock, a member of NBAA’s Young Professional (YoPro) Council and chair of the 2020 NBAA Emerging Leaders Conference, describes how the YoPro program is expanding offerings to meet the needs of the changing industry, in this NBAA TV Live interview.
NBAA TV Live: YoPros Bring New Energy to Business Aviation Oct. 22, 2019: NBAA senior managers Brian Koester and Sierra Grimes share opportunities for young professionals to become involved with NBAA, including the inaugural NBAA Emerging Leaders Conference in February 2020, in this NBAA TV Live interview.
NBAA Highlights Young Leaders in its Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40 Sept. 24, 2019: NBAA unveiled the 2019 Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40, which recognizes young leaders who are shaping the future of the industry.
Business Aviation Gives Back to Those in Need Sept. 17, 2019: Kimberly Perkins, a business airplane captain, has been flying for more than 15 years. She founded Aviation for Humanity to give back to those in need around the globe.
NBAA’s YoPro Program Continues to Grow at NBAA-BACE Sept. 12, 2019: NBAA’s Young Professionals (YoPro) in Business Aviation program continues to grow and expand each year, offering new opportunities for growth in the industry.
AZBAA’s Scottsdale Roundtable Event Part of NBAA’s Growing YoPro Program Aug. 23, 2019: NBAA’s Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPro) program is teaming up with the Arizona Business Aviation Association on Sept. 27, 2019, in Scottsdale, AZ, to host a roundtable event.
Podcast: Young Professionals, NBAA Has Your Networking Tips April 15, 2019: Learn how successful young professionals in business aviation network in this week’s NBAA Flight Plan podcast.
Impact of NBAA’s Top 40 Under 40 Felt Throughout Industry and Beyond Jan. 31, 2019: Recipients of NBAA’s Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40 have been recognized throughout industry and community media. Nominations are now open for 2019.
New Video, Other Resources Augment NBAA’s Student Outreach Program Nov. 9, 2018: An upbeat new video about careers in business aviation is NBAA’s latest tool in a multi-pronged campaign to attract students and young people to the business aviation industry. The effort is a top priority for NBAA, which is devoting significant resources toward reaching out to this up-and-coming workforce.
NBAA-Supported Young Professional Networking Receptions Taking Off Around the Country Nov. 2, 2018: In the past year, NBAA has supported several networking events around the country specifically for young industry professionals. Co-sponsored by NBAA’s YoPro Council, the purpose is to build relationships between emerging leaders across the industry.
NBAA’s YoPro Program to Celebrate Five Years at NBAA-BACE Sept. 11, 2018: On Oct. 16, 2018, NBAA’s YoPro Council will host a series of events and activities at NBAA-BACE to celebrate five years since the founding of the NBAA YoPro program.
Open, Cross-Generational Communication Key to Industry’s Success Feb. 1, 2018: Professionals of all generations must learn to communicate better to achieve positive results for their organization. While technological advances may revolutionize how we communicate, characteristics such as patience, respect and understanding will always be important.
YoPro Programs at NBAA-BACE Help Develop Next Generation of Industry Leaders Sept. 14, 2017: The 2017 NBAA-BACE's Young Professionals (YoPros) initiative will integrate the event with social media to make the effort more productive.
NBAA Young Professionals Group Introduces New Advisory Council Aug. 8, 2016: NBAA's Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPro) announced its new leadership team tasked with overseeing the group's efforts to build relationships between emerging industry leaders.
Millennial Outlook: Views from the Industry's Young Professionals Jan. 1, 2016: For more than a decade, generational transition has been a hot topic in business aviation. As the average age of managers in the industry ticks higher, pundits have given advice on how to hire millennials, how to train them, how to integrate them into teams and what they expect as customers.