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August 26-27, 2026
Toronto, Ontario
| 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | AEA Registration Open |
| 8 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. | Official Conference Welcome |
| 8:15 a.m. - 9 a.m. | Regulatory Update: The Latest in Aviation Regulations |
| 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. | Technical/Business Training |
| 9 a.m. | Exhibitor Setup |
| 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. | Break |
| 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. | Avionics Troubleshooting: Transponders Using a structured troubleshooting methodology, attendees will review ATC transponder fundamentals, testing requirements, and the most common failure modes encountered in the field. Explores practical troubleshooting techniques for issues such as missing or erroneous Mode A/Mode C data, altitude encoder and interface failures, transponders that fail ramp tests, low transmit power, off-frequency operation, configuration problems, communication faults with connected avionics systems, and antenna or wiring-related defects. Real-world case studies will demonstrate a step-by-step approach to isolating problems, testing hypotheses, and identifying root causes efficiently. |
| 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Technical/Business Training |
| 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. | Lunch
Sponsored by Kadex Aero Supply |
| 1 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. | Technical/Business Training |
| 2:45 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Break |
| 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Cirrus SR & SF Service Bulletin Update Stay current with the latest Cirrus maintenance guidance in this one-hour technical update. This session includes a deep dive into the newest Service Bulletins for the SR Series and SF50, covering the technical background, compliance requirements, and maintenance considerations. Additional highlights will include a review of other recently released maintenance bulletins and service information affecting the SR fleet, ensuring attendees leave with an understanding of the latest changes impacting Cirrus maintenance. |
| 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Product Info Session
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| 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open |
| 6:30 p.m. | Exhibitor Teardown |
| 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | AEA Registration Open |
| 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Garmin Technical Training |
| 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. | Lunch
Sponsored by Garmin |
| 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Garmin Technical Training continued |
Thursday, August 27 - Delegates Seminar |
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| 7:45 a.m. - 12 p.m. | AEA Registration Open |
| 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Delegates Session
Morning:
Morning break sponsored by Bartronix Aerospace Services Afternoon:
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Last updated Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Every attempt not to deviate from the above schedule will be made; however, the AEA reserves the right to make changes when necessary without notice. Please check back often to ensure you have the latest schedule.
The AEA would like to thank the following sponsors.
Interested in sponsoring? Contact Linda Adams, lindaa@aea.net or 816-347-8400