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8 a.m. to Noon (4-hour session) - Fort Worth 1-2
  Doing Business with the Government:
The Time is Right for AEA Members!
Beth Hagan, Ph.D., Associates in Entrepreneurship Education
George Kitamura, Center for Government Contracting,
Dallas County Community College District
Gary Harlin, Program Manager, Cross Timbers Procurement Center,
University of Texas at Arlington
We live in challenging times and participate in a challenging industry. This session reveals opportunities for doing business with the government; exactly how to begin; and details about the bidding process. Information about veterans-related programs also is presented. Participants leave this session with a plan of action.
 8 a.m. to Noon (4-hour session) - Austin 1-2
How to Get Paid What You’re Owed
Jason Dickstein, Washington Aviation Group
Have you had problems collecting from a business partner who
never paid you for goods or services? Are you anxious about the
possibility of customers’ bankruptcies? In today’s economy, this is
an increasing concern for many AEA members. While it is nearly
impossible in a business environment to make sure you always get
the payment you are owed, this half-day session provides a variety
of strategies to help increase your chances of getting paid for sales
and/or installations of avionics, with a focus on structuring your
business transactions to protect your financial interests. Topics
include use of better communications, contract law, secured
transactions and lien laws to improve your chances of collecting
the amount owed to you.
8 a.m. to Noon (4-hour session) - Grapevine 2-3
 L-3 Avionics Systems Avionics Training
William Tramper, Sr Field Service Engineer
- Troubleshooting RF Anomalies: This L-3 Avionics Systems training focuses on RF testing and troubleshooting procedures for the SkyWatch TAS and TCAS systems. The training addresses the most frequently asked technical questions related to collision avoidance systems. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge in determining the cause of common RF failures — information that can be applied to all TCAS systems regardless of manufacturer. Additional topics include fault code diagnostics, RF coax connection integrity, and symptoms related to bonding and ground plane.
- GH-3000/3100 Flightline Maintenance & Troubleshooting: The GH-series emergency standby instrumentation system (ESIS) training begins with a quick review of the system components and theory of operation, then spotlights the latest troubleshooting trends from the field. Real-world scenarios and case studies are used to present the latest “lessons learned” on a variety of aircraft models. Heading calibration procedures also will be reviewed.
- ESI-1000 Installation & Flightline Maintenance:
The Trilogy ESI-1000 electronic standby instrument, the newest offering from L-3, is a solid-state instrument providing backup attitude and air-data information in Part 23 aircraft. The ESI-1000 training begins with a functional description of the system components, followed by theory of operation. The remainder of the training focuses on set-up procedures and calibration following the removal and replacement of each system component.
8 a.m. to 10 a.m. (2-hour session) - Fort Worth 7
Avionics International Supply Training
Mike Sutphin, vice president and general manager, AIS
Panel of experts: William L. Shields, FAA-DER, electrical systems and certification management;
Brett Williams, engineering manager, Mid-Continent Instruments;
Tom Genovese, director of sales, Mid-Continent Instruments
This course teaches the basic 110-volt, 28-volt and 5-volt installation options for electrical power to the cabin seat and power to in-flight entertainment equipment. Emergency lighting and electrical systems will be covered. Also to be discussed are the Kidde System 110-volt power products and the Mid-Continent power supply and emergency power products as well as FAA requirements, installation basics, system capacities and options.
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. (1-hour session) - Fort Worth 7
Revue Thommen Training
Rolf Wehrli, director of product support
Participants in this course learn the technical details of the new AC33 high-integration, air-data computer and its installation and integration, as well as how to complete the Revue Thommen Technical Checklist, which defines the configuration of the system for each specific application. Giveaway: Swiss Army knives.
11 a.m. to Noon (1-hour session) - Fort Worth 7
International Communications Group
Darren Emery, manager of customer service and support
This workshop focuses on ICG’s NxtMail server and how to set-up and use Wi-Fi devices on the Iridium network. Giveaway: BlackBerry or other Wi-Fi device.
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (4-hour session) - Austin 1-2
Complying with
U.S. Export Laws
Jason Dickstein, Washington Aviation Group
Doing business across international borders is full of obstacles, and U.S. export laws can be among the trickiest obstacles to navigate. Last summer, the State Department issued new export rules applying to dual-use articles, significantly complicating the analysis applying to the export of such articles. Avionics pose special issues because of their treatment under the ITARs and the EARs. If these acronyms are puzzling to you, and you are considering shipping overseas, you need to attend this workshop.
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (4-hour session)
Challenging Times: Is It Time
to Explore New Services? Is It Time to Reduce the Cost
of Quality?
Beth Hagan, Ph.D., Associates in
Entrepreneurship Education
George Kitamura, Center for Government Contracting,
Dallas County Community College District
Gary Harlin, program manager, Cross Timbers Procurement Center, University of Texas at Arlington
Chuck Waldrop, director of government
contracting, Small Business Development Center,
Dallas County Community College District
Successful entrepreneurs recognize new
business opportunities that satisfy changing
market needs. This session addresses
specific steps AEA members can take to
broaden their service offerings to address
unmet needs. The session explores how AEA
members can use their knowledge and skills
to reach beyond aviation to increase sales
and improve profitability. Successful entrepreneurs
are in an endless pursuit of ways to
reduce waste and cut costs. The session also
uncovers unprofitable activities that can
send money to the bottom line. Participants
will leave this session with a plan of action.
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (4-hour session) - Fort Worth 3
Honeywell
Bill Snell, manager of customer and product support
Honeywell Services can assist you in getting the necessary information to run your business expeditiously. This session will review the process for locating technical publications; contacting the technical operations center for installation and technical issues; Honeywell Aerospace Trading opportunities (experienced equipment); Sales Bulletins and Literature; Online Ordering and other process that will assist in your daily activities.
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (2-hour session) - Fort Worth 7
Universal Avionics Systems Training
Jason Mason, senior engineer of technical marketing
This workshop focuses on installing the Universal Avionics WAAS/SBAS-FMS, including LPV approach capability. Discussion topics include installation, testing and certification issues. Giveaway: Universal Avionics T-shirts.
2 p.m. to 5 p.m. (3-hour session) - Grapevine 2-3
“Competing in International Maintenance Marketplace: U.S.-Certified Repair Stations Working on Canadian-Registered Aircraft” / AEA Canada Round Table
John Carr, AEA Canada consultant
The growth of international maintenance agreements have allowed aircraft of all sizes and shapes to cross borders while shopping for maintenance organizations to install and service avionics systems. The one caveat in all cases is, the maintenance organization performing the work must perform the work to the standards of the aircraft’s state of registry. This session reviews the repair station manual supplement, which is required before working on Canadian-registered aircraft, as well as the basic Canadian avionics maintenance regulations and the Canadian avionics modification regulations.
Please Note: The AEA Canada Round Table, moderated by Barry Aylward, vice chairman of the AEA Board of Directors, also will take place during this session.
3 p.m. to 5 p.m. (2-hour session) - Fort Worth 7
Cobham Avionics, Integrated Systems / S-TEC Autopilot Products
Van Dardis, director of customer support
This class covers installation and troubleshooting of S-TEC autopilot systems. Instruction includes pre-installation inspection criteria, proper installation procedures and troubleshooting techniques to save the repair station time and money while increasing accuracy and efficiency. In addition to Van Dardis’ presentation, Michelle Walters of S-TEC will discuss current ordering procedures and the new re-branding of the Cobham group of companies.
 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Grapevine 4-5
Avidyne Avionics Training
Keith Berry, Technical Training Manager
- Entegra Wx Series MLX770 Two-Way Data-
Link Transceiver: Installation Techniques& Tips, including MLX770 planning and installation
considerations, MLX770 installation
checkout, WSI subscription procedures, and
troubleshooting techniques.
- Entegra Wx Series TWX670 Tactical Weather
Detection System: Installation Techniques& Tips, including TWX670 system planning and
installation considerations, configurations,
noise analysis, performance testing procedures,
and troubleshooting techniques.
- Entegra Wx Series MLB700 Broadcast Data-Link Receiver System: Installation Techniques & Tips, including MLB700 planning and installation
considerations, MLB700 installation
checkout, WSI and Sirius subscription procedures,
and troubleshooting techniques.
- Entegra MFD Series EX500 MFD: Installation
Techniques & Software Upgrade Procedures,
including Entegra FlightMax EX500 MFD
installation, configuration, troubleshooting
techniques and software upgrade procedures.
- Entegra TAS Series TAS600 Series Traffic Advisory
System: Installation Techniques & Tips,
including TAS600 Series system planning and
installation considerations, configurations,
performance testing procedures, and troubleshooting
techniques.
- Entegra IFD Series Entegra Release 9 Integrated
Flight Deck System: Overview,
Installation Requirements & Considerations,
including an overview of the Entegra Release
9 integrated flight deck system’s features and
functions as well as installation requirement
considerations.
 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Fort Worth 5-6
Garmin Avionics Training
Mike Berryhill, Aviation Product Trainer
In support of its dealers and training requirements
of 14 CFR, Section 145.163, Garmin and
the AEA present this full-day technical training
session on topics such as G600, G1000 and
GPSMAP 695/696.
- G600: This session includes all facets of the
G600 installation, including, but not limited to,
the use and limitations of the AML STC, installation
tips, interfaces, system configuration
and post-install checkout.
- G1000: The G1000 presentation includes
updated software and configuration training
as well as current software capabilities.
- GPSMAP 695/696: For the portable, lightsport
and experimental aircraft market, a
short presentation on the 695/696 and other
portable products will be given.
- Additional Training: A GWX 68 vs. GDL 69
training seminar will be given, which include a
CD-ROM for ongoing pilot training.
- Service Bulletins: In addition, as in past years,
Garmin will offer a segment covering recent
service bulletins and alerts, as well as product
updates.
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Austin 4-5
NCATT: Aircraft Electronics
Technician Familiarization
Dave Benoff, director of E-Learning, Global Jet Services
This seminar is designed as a review for technicians
who want to take the NCATT Aircraft
Electronics Technician (AET) exam. It also
serves as a good review for newer technicians
who want to get a feel for the exam topics or
for more experienced technicians who need
to brush up on the fundamentals. The following
are subjects to be reviewed during the
full-day seminar:
- Basic circuit calculations
- DC (series, parallel, complex)
- AC (inductive, capacitive, resonant)
- Basic circuit troubleshooting
- Component review (resistors, inductors,
capacitors, transformers)
- Power supplies and filters
- Wave generation shaping
- Digital review and logics
- Maintenance practices
- Safety
- Technical publications
- Wiring
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