The AEA International Convention & Trade Show is where you need to be to learn about the latest regulatory issues impacting your business. Each year, representatives from the civil aviation authorities, including the FAA, TCCA, EASA and others, convene at the AEA convention to share vital regulatory information with all attendees.
The AEA’s popular technical training workshops provide hundreds of convention attendees with the latest in product information, troubleshooting tips, installation recommendations, answers to certification issues and more.
All training and regulatory sessions are accepted for credit toward the AEA’s Avionics Training Excellence Award and the FAA’s IA renewal and AMT awards.
7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.Wednesday, April 27Miami 1-2-3
Moderated by Ric Peri, AEA vice president of government & industry affairs
The opening Regulatory Rise and Shine will focus on regulatory changes affecting the AEA membership, field approvals and the availability of replacement parts. As always, this session will include regulatory issues affecting all three aircraft categories: normal and utility; transport; and rotorcraft.
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun Ballroom A-B
9:30 a.m. - NoonWednesday, April 27Sun Ballroom A-B
The New Product Introductions always is one of the most popular sessions at this annual event, but it has quickly evolved into a must-see, cornerstone showcase in recent years. The event is now the primary launching pad for companies to unveil the latest and greatest in new avionics products and services coming to market for the current year, and more and more industry leaders are taking notice.
So what will be the most-exciting new product announced in 2016? see more
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Miami 3
Presented by Jodie Brown, Founder, Summit Solutions
Improve your quote-to-close ratio and capture the opportunity in the avionics marketplace. How to establish sales goals, identify and train staff on sales basics, establish paths to success and ultimately measure your sales success.
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 5
Presented by Andy Davis, CEO, Trig Avionics
These training sessions are designed to teach Trig dealers how to install Trig’s certified avionics.
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Tallahassee 2
Presented by Valerie Archuleta, Sr. Product Support Specialist, BendixKing by Honeywell
KSN 770, KI 300 and AeroWave system familiarity, installation and configuration insight.
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Miami 1 & 2
Presented by Alex Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, FAA AIR-132
FAA Avionics Certification and Maintenance Branch officials will discuss ADS-B equipment installation issues and offer insight on testing and system compliance. Topics will include guidance for installing ADS-B Out as a Minor Alteration, changes to ADS-B Out Advisory Circular (AC) 20-165B, equipage and implementation updates, ADS-B compliance monitoring, post-installation performance statistics, and common installation mistakes.
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 3
Presented by Dean Wilkinson, Chief Technical Officer, AeroLEDs LLC
Exterior LED lighting: lighting technical parameters, certifications and applicable FARs, installation details, advantages of LED lighting.
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 6
Presented by Kyle White, CEO, Aviation Solutions and Mike Begley, Benefits Consultant, Marsh & McLennan Agency
General Liability: Seeing what’s available
Do you have the benefits that you deserve?
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 2
Presented by Scott Roth, Sales Manager, Avionica
miniQAR, Flight Data Management, Iridium SATCOM solutions certified for FANS 1/A
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 4
Presented by Curt Campbell, Tech Rep, Duncan Aviation
Flight Control System Functional Testing & Diagnostics
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Gainesville
Presented by Rena Smith, Senior Technical Trainer, Gogo Business Aviation
Gogo products and services
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Tallahassee 3
Presented by Jared Butson, Director of Sales, Avidyne
IFD540 GPS/NAV/COM, AXP 340 Mode S Transponder and AMX 240 Audio Panel. For dealers who sell, install, service and/or troubleshoot any Avidyne product, this product technical training includes installation, troubleshooting and certification considerations.
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sanibel
Presented by David Wilcox, Field Service Engineer
Product familiarization, installation, troubleshooting. Includes discussion of AOA and ADS-B options.
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 6
Presented by Kyle White, CEO, Aviation Solutions and Mike Begley, Benefits Consultant, Marsh & McLennan Agency
Health Care: Making the transition
Are your employees happy with their current coverages?
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 4
Presented by Ross Cairns, Founder, Blue Avionics
How to solve integration issues and create new functions on your aircraft using the highly configurable Blue Avionics BA-440 ARINC router/filter.
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Gainesville
Presented by Brad Brunson, Technical Services Manager
The training session will cover all ADS-B products offered by FreeFlight Systems, as well as WAAS GPS sensors. The presenter will discuss the configuration, installation, and integration capabilities of these systems.
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Miami 1 & 2
Presented by William Tramper, Manager, Field Service Engineering, L-3 Aviation Products
Installation and maintenance training for the Lynx ADS-B product line and the ESI-500 Electronic Standby Indicator.
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 2
Presented by Bruno Poyti, Product Support Manager, McMurdo Group
Overview of the Kannad ELT maintenance policy, Programming, Testing, Overhaul, Battery replacement
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Tallahassee 1
Presented by Mark Mata, Director of Training, Satcom Direct
Basic Networking along with Internet security and compliance and bandwidth management in the cabin.
3 p.m. - 4 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 6
Presented by Kyle White, CEO, Aviation Solutions and Bennett Goldblum, Underwriter, Beacon Aviation Insurance Services
Workers’ Compensation: How it really works
What does work/comp actually provide you?
3 p.m. - 4 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 3
Presented by Matt Christenson, Field Support Reprsentative, Genesys Aerosystems
HeliSAS Troubleshooting
Student will gain knowledge in the troubleshooting of the HeliSAS equipment and the FDR Tool.
4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sun 4
Presented by Steve Scarlata, Vice President of Engineering and R&D, ALTO Aviation
Technical details and challenges of properly installing audio system components in an aircraft. ALTO will present tools and techniques for verifying the installation, troubleshooting problems, and optimizing the system performance for every cabin.
4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Sanibel
Moderated by Geoff Hill, Director of Communications, AEA with Panelists: Jim Campbell, Aero-News Network CEO and editor-in-chief; Matt Thurber, AIN reporter; Tom Bliss, AVweb publisher
Do you know how to make the most of your news announcements, particularly before, during and after an industry trade show? Whether you are a manufacturer introducing a new product to your dealer network or an avionics repair station that wants to show off a recently completed installation, learn some helpful hints from aviation media professionals on how to avoid getting lost in the competition’s noise. A proactive marketing and communications strategy includes a social media plan and a full understanding of what and when the media needs to help you communicate.
Learn some of the free services offered by the AEA to help your marketing and public relations effort get the most bang for your buck.
4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, April 27Tallahassee 2
Presented by Amanda Grizzard, Field Service Engineer, Universal Avionics Systems Corp.
ADS-B Out Integration
This presentation will cover ADS-B Out solutions using the Universal FMS as the position source.
7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.Thursday, April 28Sun Ballroom A-B
Moderated by Ric Peri, AEA vice president of government & industry affairs
With never enough time, the Thursday Rise and Shine, is a continuation of the discussions on regulatory changes affecting the AEA membership, field approvals and the availability of replacement parts with more opportunity for questions and answers.
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.Thursday, April 28Sun Ballroom A-B
Moderated by Ric Peri, AEA vice president of government & industry affairs
Join FAA invited leadership team members from headquarters, along with officials from directorate and field and regional offices, as we discuss important regulatory topics affecting your business in 2016 and beyond. Topics include the FAA’s reauthorization in 2016; the Part 23 rewrite affecting aircraft design, certification and maintenance; and updates on the FAA’s efforts toward ADS-B implementation. And no regulatory update with the FAA can be complete without addressing the international growth in the UAS marketplace.
9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.Thursday, April 28Sun Ballroom A-B
“You Can Create Disney Magic, Too!”
Lee Cockerell, Executive Vice President of all Walt Disney World operations, retired
Spending more than 25 years in executive positions with Disney, Lee Cockerell will share his leadership and customer service experience with attendees. His presentation, “You Can Create Disney Magic, Too,” is a powerful, yet simple, message on leadership, management and customer service excellence. Don’t miss this dynamic and insightful presentation!
sponsored by Universal Avionics Systems Corp.
10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Thursday, April 28Florida Exhibit Hall A-C
10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.Thursday, April 28Daytona 2
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Thursday, April 28Tallahassee 1
7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.Friday, April 29Sanibel
Moderated by Ric Peri, AEA vice president of government & industry affairs
With never enough time, the Friday Rise and Shine, is a continuation of the Wednesday discussions on regulatory changes affecting the AEA membership, field approvals and the availability of replacement parts with more opportunity for questions and answers.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sanibel 1-2
Presented by Don Dominguez, Owner, Radioman Avionics
With so many questions surrounding ADS-B this course will provide REAL-WORLD answers to your questions about compliance, proper equipage and post installation practices. Seminar includes a comprehensive discussion of:
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Tallahassee 2
Presented by Jared Butson, Director of Sales, Avidyne
IFD540 GPS/NAV/COM and ADS-B Solutions. For dealers who sell, install, service and/or troubleshoot any Avidyne product, this product technical training includes installation, troubleshooting and certification considerations.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Tallahassee 1
Presented by Valerie Archuleta, Sr. Product Support Specialist, BendixKing by Honeywell
KSN 770, KI 300 and AeroWave system familiarity, installation and configuration insight.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 2
Presented by Lisa Brauch, Manager-Accounting Operations, Garmin
Financial Management 101
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 3
Presented by Randy Chapell, Sr. Technical Sales Manager, Honeywell
Connectivity is a key enabler for the aerospace industry. With more sensors and the rollout of global in-flight connectivity, more data will move on and off aircraft. Higher bandwidth systems and the decreasing cost for data communications is creating a demand for solutions to transmit and receive data not only for the passengers, but flight crew and maintenance departments. This presentation will focus on the various technologies, such as Ka-band, L-band and Cabin Gateways, and how they can be used to move this data and how they can operate together to provide consistent and reliable operation, matching the best technology to a particular mission.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 4
Presented by Kevin Gillson, Senior Customer Service Engineer, Rockwell Collins
Pro Line Fusion Installation and Checkout Training
Technician focused training on: PL Fusion installation, system checkout, and AP-65 maintenance refresher. Instructions will include an introduction to the key features and benefits that touchscreen PFD/MFD bring to these flight decks.
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Tallahassee 3
Presented by Derek Aslakson, Product Manager, Appareo
Stratus ESG certified 1090ES transponder with built in WAAS GPS and ADS-B Out. This session will cover installation considerations, review technical information and discuss how Stratus ESG can integrate with Stratus portable ADS-B In receivers.
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 1
Presented by Rena Smith, Senior Technical Trainer, Gogo Business Aviation
Gogo products and services
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 5
Presented by Judy Boyle, Manager of Client Services, NATA Compliance Services
FAA rules require employers to provide training for supervisors of safety-sensitive employees. In this one-hour session, NATA Compliance Services will conduct training that includes specific information on the physical, behavioral, and performance indicators of probable drug or alcohol use and touch upon case studies that DOT-regulated employers deal with today to help you with your compliance. During the convention, NATACS's Booth 911 will also have kiosks available to those who would like complete training online at no cost to the AEA Convention attendees and exhibitors.
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 6
Presented by Todd Winter, CEO and James Young Technical Support Engineer, True Blue Power
Lithium-ion Aircraft Batteries: Operation and Technical Information
This new session covers the safety, capabilities, operation and maintenance procedures for lithium-ion aircraft batteries in Part 25 certified aircraft. The information applies to other platforms, including the Bell 505 Jet Ranger X, Cessna 208 Caravan, A36 Bonanza, Robinson R44 rotorcraft, and Part 23 business jets.
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 1
Presented by Russ Smith, Business Development Manager, Cobham AvComm
Review IFR6000 transponder testing with focus on ADS-B and target generation.
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 6
Presented by Eric Delash, Technical Sales Engineer, Flight Display Systems
Wireless cabin entertainment and cabin management. Introducing the do CAPSULE, do 3D and do 360 - Complete Wireless IFE. How the “do EXPERIENCE” fits into your IFE solution and differentiates your offerings.
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 5
Presented by Al Gialousis, Field Support Representative, Genesys Aerosystems
S-TEC Autopilot Troubleshooting
Additional theory and knowledge in the troubleshooting of S-TEC autopilots.
10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.Friday, April 29Daytona 2
10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Friday, April 29Florida Exhibit Hall A-C
10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Friday, April 29Sun 3
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.Saturday, April 30Sun 3
Presented by Gary Winkle, Global Jet Services
This session shares insights on aircraft connectivity systems including air to ground communications, airborne networks and advanced cabin management systems. Included will be: defining and understanding aircraft operator expectations, applicable rules, regulations and guidance information (with an emphasis on EWIS). Wireless networks are now an essential part of the modern cabin and will be covered. Challenges associated with use of Portable Electronic Devices (PED) system setup will also be discussed.
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.Saturday, April 30Tallahassee
Presented by Mike Berryhill, Aviation Field Service Engineer, Garmin
The Garmin Training Team will cover Garmin ADS-B solutions, G1000 compliance, and retrofit updates and troubleshooting. GTN database updating procedures and database synchronization, current and future updates to the Dealer Resource Center and the use of GTS troubleshooting software to include the diagnostics and asset logs tool.
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.Saturday, April 30Sanibel 2
Presented by Brett Robinette, Senior Customer Training Specialist, Rockwell Collins
Venue HD Cabin Management System - System Overview and Maintenance.
8 a.m. - NoonSaturday, April 30Sanibel 3
Presented by Andy Davis, CEO, Trig Avionics
These training sessions are designed to teach Trig dealers how to install Trig’s certified avionics. ADS-B background – looking at the technology and regulations for 2020 compliance. ADS-B Out Transponders – making a practical installation and STC compliance. TY96 / TY97 Radio – installation, set up and feature selection. TMA44 / TMA45 Audio Panels – installation set up and feature selection. Technical updates – get the latest updates and information on Trig software and product news.
8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Saturday, April 30Sun 1-2
Presented by Ric Peri, AEA Vice President of Government & Industry Affairs
The installation of avionics is a modification to an aircraft. Every repair station installing avionics must understand the principles and concepts of evaluating an alteration in order to determine the appropriate regulatory data approval criterion. This session will review the regulations, guidance and policy regarding evaluating an alteration. In addition, each attendee will receive a regulatory checklist for evaluating an alteration.
8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Saturday, April 30Gainesville
Presented by Valerie Archuleta, Sr. Product Support Specialist, BendixKing by Honeywell
KSN 770, KI 300 and AeroWave system familiarity, installation and configuration insight.
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Saturday, April 30Sun 1-2
Presented by Ric Peri, AEA Vice President of Government & Industry Affairs
All repair stations with limited rating must list their capabilities: some choose to list their capabilities on their operations specification and others choose to maintain an “FAA-acceptable” capability list. This session will provide the repair station with the tools to develop and maintain an efficient capability list.
11 a.m. - NoonSaturday, April 30Sun 1-2
Presented by Ric Peri, AEA Vice President of Government & Industry Affairs
Managing contract maintenance is a major hurdle for repair stations. The concept and management of contract maintenance has changed multiple times since the original rulemaking in 2001. This regulatory session will focus on the regulations and guidance on repair station management of contract maintenance.