Regulatory, Business & Technical Sessions

The opening Regulatory Rise & Shine offers a thoughtful, substantive and insightful source of regulatory news and information that affects you, your customers and your business. This Rise & Shine is dedicated to the most current aviation news, information and events. The specific topics are driven by the regulatory agenda, international agreements and new technologies being introduced.

• Opening Ceremony
• Chairman's Welcome
• President's State of the Association Address
• 2018 AEA Awards

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 2018? see more

Avidyne Tech Rep Chris Evans will provide in-depth training and recommendations for installation and configuration of Avidyne’s IFD550/540/440 products, as well as for Avidyne’s SkyTrax ADS-B products. Avidyne Dealers should plan to attend this session, as Avidyne will also introduce 2018 pricing and dealer programs.

ADS-B system test and troubleshooting methods using the IFR6000 and associated ground support equipment to perform complete AC 20-165B performance testing of installed systems.

Avance Platform services and products familiarization

We all know the Repair Station Training Program, approved by the FAA, commits the repair station to a training program but doesn't describe "HOW" the repair station training program actually works. This session will review and recommend "HOW TO" implement the commitments of the approved RSTP.

Cybersecurity Risk Management. Popular with flight departments, this course is designed to inform and help mitigate cybersecurity risks while using the internet on an aircraft. NBAA-approved PDP credit course.

• Inventory Levels
• Job Costing
• Accrual vs. Cash Accounting

What? Avionics that do more than one function? How to use Adaptable Avionics to perform what you need when you need it, now.

Installation and integration training on L3 Aviation Products’ GA and business aviation product lines, including ADS-B, displays, and recorders.

Practical training session with our STC partner, Peregrine. Trig product installations and STC compliance.

Finding the financial resources you need to start and grow your business is key to realizing your dream. Is debt or equity the path for you? Does your local bank understand your business? This is a behind-the-scenes look at what bankers and investors are looking for.

PAC45 Special Mission Audio Controller System capabilities, ordering the system configuration, installation tips, retrofit and forward fit considerations, installation and setup information.

Company-sponsored retirement plans provide business owners with a multitude of benefits; from attracting and retaining key employees and lowering tax bills, to potentially providing a vehicle to transition out of the company.

GoDirect™ Router Installation and Configuration Session

This is a follow-up to the “Curtain Call – Your Marketing Extends Beyond the Show,” which was a standing-room-only session two years ago in Orlando that placed a focus on media relations. Shop owners and managers are expressing an ever-growing interest in developing a comprehensive and strategic marketing plan to grow their businesses, albeit with limited financial resources. Learn from a panel of experts who specialize in helping aviation companies implement cost-effective advertising strategies through a variety of media, including print, digital and online. These experts will explain how you can take the next step and will share exclusive co-op advertising opportunities offered to shops by various manufacturers to help you get the most bang for your buck.

For the past couple of years, industry has seen a progressive shift in the Federal Aviation Administration and how it interacts with the AEA membership. 2017 brought a complete management reorganization of the agency. During this regulatory forum, FAA management from both the FAA’s Flight Standards Service (AFS) as well as Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) will provide an overview of their modernization efforts and will discuss how it will help you, your business and your products.

Advance your career and industry knowledge by earning a certification provided by ASTM’s National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies. NCATT certificates are industry defined and used to identify professionals who demonstrate their knowledge in basic electronics, communication and navigation systems and more. Exams are free for AEA Convention attendees, courtesy of the AEA Educational Foundation.

Tail-mounted antenna Installation tips. Astronics wants to ensure every installation is successful. This workshop is focused on providing installers with critical information and tips regarding installation of the Astronics T-Series Antenna systems.

• Inventory Levels
• Job Costing
• Accrual vs. Cash Accounting

Product updates. Feature selection and setup for TT31 and TT22 ADS-B Out Transponders; TMA44 / TMA45 Audio Panels; TY96A and TY97A –760 Channel Spacing radio; and TY91 and TY92 Compact VHF radios. Looking at regulations for 2020 compliance with TN70 and TN72 GPS Position Sources.

Effective installation/troubleshooting tips and new features for Aspen Avionics Equipment.

KI 300 AeroFlight Installation Training, CNI 5000 Installation Training, AeroWave 100 Training

Honeywell JetWave™ Installation & Configuration / Selling DU-875 & Sales Bulletin Review

Making CASP Work for your Dealership - Win and make money: Come learn how CASP generates consistent, recurring revenue streams in an inconsistent, variable business aviation market.

Let's talk shop! We'll discuss industry trends and answer questions about our Stratus product line for GA, including 1090 ES transponders (with or without WAAS GPS), portable ADS-B receivers, and TSO'd USB charging ports. You'll leave with actionable tips you can apply when you get back to the shop.

S-Tec 3100 Digital Autopilot planning and installation

Aspire® 150/350 Introduction Session

Come learn the latest about Robotic Skies, the emerging drone market, the evolving regulatory landscape, and the future drone maintenance opportunity.

Connectivity options available today and ways to improve their installation and setup.

For repair station owners, managers, technicians and aviation educators this session will focus on the AET standard ASTM F3245-17 as well as the SPI-ASTM partnership and its training options and certification. Additionally, we will discuss how the standard can be strengthened through training provider approvals and instructor certifications.

InSight System External Configuration Editor. An overview of how to use the web-based External Configuration Editor for the InSight Electronic Flight Instrument System.

• A light lunch will be served in the hall.
• AEA Educational Foundation Silent Auction begins in Exhibit Hall

For AEA Latin America Members Only

For AEA Canada Members Only

You’ve reviewed the convention schedule, looked at the exhibit hall, and calculated the walk between your hotel room and the meeting rooms. You’ve evaluated RISK. You’ve balanced the risk of attending the convention with the risk of not attending and not acquiring the knowledge your customers expect of you. You’ve calculated your commute to manage the risk of being late to the morning Rise & Shine sessions. And every time your inspector has a serious talk with you about element design assessment, the topic of risk management comes up. This session will focus on risk management and root-cause analysis: two fundamental elements of the FAA’s approach to its safety assurance system of your repair station.

Advance your career and industry knowledge by earning a certification provided by ASTM’s National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT). NCATT certificates are industry defined and used to identify professionals who demonstrate their knowledge in basic electronics, communication and navigation systems and more. Exams are free for AEA Convention attendees, courtesy of the AEA Educational Foundation.

Avidyne Tech Rep Chris Evans will provide in-depth training and recommendations for installation and configuration of Avidyne’s IFD550/540/440 products.

HeliSAS installation and troubleshooting with EFIS and ADAHRS review.

Understanding the ADS-B monitor report, WAAS interference prevention, and equipment selection and compatibility.

KI 300 AeroFlight Installation Training, CNI 5000 Installation Training, AeroWave 100 Training

Training, Installation Options and Guidance on CMD's ADS-B Out Solutions. Certified ADS-B Out Solutions, Installation Options and Guidance using the Rockwell Collins TDR-94/94D transponder or the Honeywell RCX-8xx transponder, for meeting the 2020 mandate.

Honeywell JetWave™ Installation & Configuration / Selling DU-875 & Sales Bulletin Review

Technical experts from Duncan Aviation will examine videos from actual cockpit experiences, prepping the audience with a squawk and engaging them for questions to ask the pilot that ultimately lead to the problem. The course will develop real-time troubleshooting skills and assist technicians in arriving at solutions more quickly and accurately.

Types of insurance coverages you should consider for your business, from product and completed operations, hangarkeepers’, to employer and cyber liability. Learn about new products and strategies to best understand your risk and where insurance rates are headed in 2018 to manage your out-of-pocket costs.

Let's talk shop! We'll discuss industry trends and answer questions about our Stratus product line for GA, including 1090 ES transponders (with or without WAAS GPS), portable ADS-B receivers, and TSO'd USB charging ports. You'll leave with actionable tips you can apply when you get back to the shop.

Overview training on ADS-B Out equipment installation using the IFR6000 test set.

Aspire® 150/350 Introduction Session

GoDirect™ Router Installation and Configuration Session

Making CASP Work for your Dealership - Win and make money: Come learn how CASP generates consistent, recurring revenue streams in an inconsistent, variable business aviation market.

How to use safety management tools to continuously improve your business.

This introductory course is intended to provide installers with an overview of the significant benefits, capabilities, operation and installation of the SmartSky 4G-LTE air-to-ground system across multiple airframe types.

For AEA South Pacific Members Only