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AEA West Regional
Avionics repair stations, manufacturers, regulators and educators show an increasing desire to come together, network and personally conduct serious business -- they want to connect in person.
AEA West Regional
September 4-5, 2025
Reno, Nevada
Schedule
Thursday, September 4
| 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. | Fabrication of Parts for Maintenance and Alterations This session explores the FAA regulations and guidance governing the fabrication of parts consumed during aircraft maintenance and alterations. It highlights key compliance requirements from 14 CFR parts 1, 3, 21, and 43, and Advisory Circular 43-18, focusing on the quality system expectations for certificated repair stations. Topics include fabrication authorization, part classification (CAT 1–3), required documentation, subcontractor controls, part marking, and recordkeeping. Emphasis is placed on the development and implementation of Fabrication Quality Control Systems (FQCS) to ensure traceability, conformity, and airworthiness of fabricated parts. |
| 9 a.m. | Exhibitor Setup |
| 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. | Break |
| 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. | Avionics Troubleshooting: Magnetic Interference This session is designed for experienced avionics technicians to deepen their understanding of magnetic interference and its impact on aircraft systems. Participants will explore common sources of interference, such as wiring errors, equipment placement, and environmental factors, and learn how to diagnose and mitigate these issues using wiring diagrams, EMI detection tools, and best practices in shielding and grounding. Through real-world examples and interactive analysis, this session equips technicians with the skills to maintain system integrity and ensure accurate navigation and communication performance. |
| 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. | VIAVI Solutions - Benefits of GPS simulation in Aviation Learn how using GPS simulators can simplify the testing of avionics while saving you money.
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| 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Lunch |
| 12:45 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. | Solving the Technician Shortage with the CAET
The inability to find skilled, entry-level talent is the single biggest challenge facing our repair stations. It's time to stop waiting for perfect applicants to appear and start building the workforce our industry needs. In this session, you will learn how the CAET:
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| 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | uAvionix - AV-30-C and Accessory Integration: A Technical Approach for Installers This session provides a comprehensive overview of the AV-30 system and its key accessories, including the AV-30-C, AV-30-E, AV-Mag, AV-Link, AV-HSI, AV-APA, tailBeaconX, and skySensor. We’ll explore practical use cases such as replacing legacy attitude indicators and directional gyros, enabling both VFR and IFR navigation with NAV and GPS inputs, and integrating with autopilots using GPSS and heading modes. Attendees will gain troubleshooting insights into AV-Mag installation, calibration and configuration errors, and other common setup issues. The presentation will also cover performance optimization tips—such as proper magnetometer placement, firmware updates, gyro and pitot calibration, and unlocking GPSS functionality. We'll address frequent support topics like AV-Mag interference, firmware update errors, autopilot configuration mismatches, and even hardware installation tips like avoiding incorrect screw lengths. The session concludes with open user questions. |
| 2:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. | Break |
| 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Moog - Advanced Troubleshooting of the S-TEC 3100: Leveraging Software Tools for Precision Diagnostics Designed for avionics technicians and repair station personnel working with the S-TEC 3100 Autopilot system. The session focuses on advanced troubleshooting techniques using proprietary software tools to streamline diagnostics and reduce aircraft downtime. |
| 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Laversab Technical Training Session |
| 3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. | AirTera Training Session |
| 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Product Info Session |
| 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open |
| 6:30 p.m. | Exhibitor Teardown |
Friday, September 5
| 7:45 a.m. - 12 p.m. | AEA Registration Open |
| 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. | Cirrus Technical Training Session |
| 9 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:
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| 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Garmin Technical Training continued |
Last updated Tuesday, July 15, 2025
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.
Sponsors
The AEA would like to thank the following sponsors.
Interested in sponsoring? Contact Linda Adams, lindaa@aea.net or 816-347-8400