Schedule

Thursday, October 8

7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.	AEA Registration Open
8 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.	President Opening Remarks
8:15 a.m. - 9 a.m.	Regulatory Update: The Latest in Aviation Regulations AEA is here to support your business as the regulatory environment evolves. This year, our recurrent training focuses on the regulatory developments that affect your operation, including changes to the basic regulations, Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC) and Guidance Material (GM), and emerging requirements that may affect your business in the years ahead. We will also review the U.S.-EU Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) and the Maintenance Annex Guidance (MAG), with particular emphasis on the requirements affecting European maintenance organizations holding FAA Part 145 certification.
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.	Change Without Risk: Using SMS to Strengthen Your Business Every repair station faces change, new equipment, new personnel, revised procedures, or evolving customer demands. But in a regulatory environment that expects perfection, even small changes can introduce unintended risk. This session explores how SMS change management tools move beyond simple regulatory compliance and become a practical business advantage. Learn how to proactively assess risk, protect airworthiness outcomes, and integrate change into your quality system without disruption. Whether you operate a small shop or a complex organization, this session will demonstrate how structured change management: Prevents costly errors before they occur Strengthens consistency in maintenance outcomes Enhances regulatory confidence during oversight Supports continuous improvement across your operation If your organization is making changes, and every organization is, this session will show you how to do it safely, intelligently, and in full control.
9 a.m.	Exhibitor Setup
10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.	Break Sponsored by HENSOLDT
10:15 a.m. - 12 p.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.
12 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.	Lunch
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Dynon - Installing in Type Certificated Aircraft Learn about the end-to-end installation of Dynon systems in type-certificated aircraft. This session covers all essential topics, including component installation, system power requirements, third-party devices, panel considerations, and return-to-service procedures. The session also includes a focus on the considerations and processes for installing the Dynon autopilot.
2:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.	Break Sponsored by The SA Group
2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Laversab - ARTS-7000 Applications, Testing Scenarios, Tips & Tricks ARTS-7000’s key testing applications, including: Communications: AM/FM, HF SSB, SelCal, and optional CPDLC/VDL Mode 2 Navigation: VOR, ILS Localizer and Glide Slope, Marker Beacon, and DME combination tests ELT testing: 121.5, 243, and 406 MHz Surveillance: Mode A, C and S, ADS-B IN/OUT, TIS-B, and optional UAT and TCAS/ACAS GPS signal simulation in Fixed and Motion modes VSWR and Distance-to-Fault testing ARINC 429 testing Power Meter and Frequency Counter tools Simultaneous Transponder Altitude and Air Data testing The session will include practical test scenarios, profiles for faster testing, antenna alignment, tips and tricks, frequently asked questions, and a Q&A.
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.
4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.	Product Info Session FreeFlight Systems Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.	Exhibit Hall Open Drinks sponsored by Fieldtech Avionics
6:30 p.m.	Exhibitor Teardown

Friday, October 9

7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.	AEA Registration Open
8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.	Garmin Technical Training The objective for Garmin’s training is to provide participants with in-depth knowledge and skills related to installation, troubleshooting and configuration of Garmin products. The training will be tailored to current topics that may include: New product and process training Discussion of the latest retrofit and integrated flight deck installation, troubleshooting, configuration, and administrative topics from training classes and FSE calls Garmin autopilot installation trends and troubleshooting tips, and GDL 60 installation and registration topics. Topics: 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. - AXIS & New Product and Upgrade Training 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. - GDL 60 Configuration with Remote Aircraft Status
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.	Lunch Sponsored by Garmin
1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	Garmin Technical Training Topics: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - GFC 500 Troubleshooting, Servicing, and Support 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. - G1000NXi STC Upgrades (Perspective)

Last updated Monday, September 21, 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.