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 OEM sessions are approved for credit toward the AEA’s Avionics Training Excellence Award, as well as eligible for FAA IA renewal and AMT Awards Program.
7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.Tuesday, June 22TBD
Moderated by Ric Peri, AEA vice president of government & industry affairs
8:30 a.m.Tuesday, June 22TBD
After Opening/Awards - NoonTuesday, June 22TBD
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.
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1 p.m. - 5 p.m.Tuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Brad Brunson, director customer support
Dual Band ADS-B solutions, 5G-proof Terrain Series Radar Altimeters, 2301 product. SKYTRAC's Iridium Certus Constellation and Flight Data System's SENTRY CVFDR recorder.
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.Tuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by TJ Sutton, training manager
Installation training and configuration for IFD Series & ATLAS FMS, including interface considerations and use of interactive installation manual.
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.Tuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Richard White, sr. manager, field service
Introduction to installation, operation, and maintaining the Citation Pro Line Fusion system. Additional information includes system architecture, subscription services, CASP Program, documentation/publications and customer support. This session is a prerequisite for the necessary follow-on training needed to be eligible for the sale and installation of Citation Air Pro Line Fusion equipment.
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.Tuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Al Gialousis, field service engineer
Latest news on the S-TEC 3100 and an in-depth look at an S-TEC 3100 installation.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Ross Cairns, founder & vice president engineering
This course will show the advanced capabilities in solving both integration issues and new functions to get your aircraft in the air quickly with the new functions you want.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Javier Cervantes, lead technical trainer
Familiarize dealers and operators with the tools that enable crucial and productive conversations throughout the lifecycle of the Inflight Connectivity solution, from successful installation thorough Entry into Service to ongoing maintenance and customer success.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by William Tramper, owner Azimuth Aerospace Solutions, LLC
How to properly and acturately perform an electrical load analysis.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by William Tramper, owner Azimuth Aerospace Solutions, LLC
Regulations and proper testing procedures for pitot static and transponder systems.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Shervin Rezaie, GM
As with any system upgrade, there is a learning curve. This session will cover LED upgrade basics and work through solutions for frequently encountered challenges.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Michael Studley, director, field service
New capabilities and installation information including the latest autopilot integration certification(s), and details on the removal of backup instruments and vacuum system with recent certification of internal battery.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Alyssa Connell, CEO Connell Aviation Group
An informative and highly interactive presentation offering strategic solutions to middle management and executive leadership on effective business development and personal growth. Learn how to set vision with clarity, how great leaders inspire action and the development of a mission, value propositions and organizational goals directly tailored to the aviation and aerospace sector.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Dustin Johnson, avionics supervisor
After showing videos of live aircraft squawks, class will work through symptoms shown and talked through resolutions.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Gary Reeves, founder PilotSafety.org
Three simple ways to close more sales and train the clients you have, to promote your shop and give you referrals. These three simple strategies can dramatically increase your sales without spending more money.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Alyssa Connell, CEO Connell Aviation Group
Using strategic communications to position your aviation company in the ever changing and turbulent digital age. Open discussion about how to market in a post-pandemic aviation environment. Learn if your business image is everything it could be by discussing comprehensive strategic initiatives to maximize combining the social space with traditional marketing initiatives. Objectives include navigating today's best practices in social media, search engine optimization and other cost-effective advertising strategies. Also, learn about exclusive co-op advertising opportunities offered to shops by various manufacturers to help you get the most bang for your buck.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by David Copeland, vice president of sales
Technical training.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Andy Osantowske, director of operations
Robotic Skies has partnered with the unmanned industry’s leading airframe and component manufacturers. Come learn about some of the general maintenance procedures we’ve developed for our key OEM partners as well as applicable airworthiness practices and developing regulatory requirements.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Gary Reeves, founder PilotSafety.org
An entertaining class to help sales and installers understand the needs and wants of both pilots and owner/operators. Focuses on how upgrading to ADS-B and WAAS significantly improves safety and saves money by talking the buzzwords and language that pilots use.
TBDTuesday, June 22TBD
Presented by Kerry Crawford, product manager avionics test
Highly sensitive ADS-B ground stations can create challenges for Aviation Maintenance Technicians when doing altimeter and transponder checks. Even a small amount of RF leakage can create false intruders and earn you a notice from your FSDO. Join VIAVI Solutions for a discussion on how to effectively maximize RF attenuation and minimize RF leakage using VIAVI Solution antenna couplers. Also, exciting new product updates.
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, June 23TBD
Advance your career and industry knowledge by earning a certification provided by ASTM's National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies. These certifications demonstrate the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promote integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce.
The Aircraft Electronics Technician certificate and endorsements are industry-defined mechanisms to identify professionals who demonstrate their knowledge through testing and commit themselves to the aerospace industry. Associations and professionals across every industry use these certifications to recognize qualified and competent individuals. In fact, the FAA formally recognizes the AET certification as equivalent to formal training when showing eligibility for the issuance of a repairman certificate. Exams are free for AEA Convention attendees, courtesy of the AEA Educational Foundation.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, June 23TBD
Insightful regulatory news and information that affects you, your customers and your business. This session is dedicated to the most current aviation news, information and events. The specific topics are driven by the regulatory agenda and new technologies being introduced.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Mike Mitera, general manager
CPDLC FANS and ATN general information, troubleshooting and installation.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Al Gialousis, field service engineer
Latest news on the S-TEC 3100 and an in-depth look at an S-TEC 3100 installation.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Javier Cervantes, lead technical trainer
Familiarize dealers and operators with the tools that enable crucial and productive conversations throughout the lifecycle of the Inflight Connectivity solution, from successful installation thorough Entry into Service to ongoing maintenance and customer success.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by William Tramper, owner Azimuth Aerospace Solutions, LLC
Regulations and proper testing procedures for pitot static and transponder systems.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Andy Davis, CEO
Geared towards avionics installers and dealers. Covering Trig VHF radios, transponders, ADS-B and GPS equipment, audio panels and accessories. Cover a wide range of practical installation issue, tips and tricks, latest technical and configuration advice. The training will grow your knowledge and expertise.
TBDWednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Shervin Rezaie, general manager
As with any system upgrade, there is a learning curve. This session will cover LED upgrade basics and work through solutions for frequently encountered challenges.
TBDWednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Kris Garberg, president, aviation
Learn what's new in Appareo's ecosystem of connectivity and flight data monitoring solutions. Also, get answers to your technical questions about the Stratus product line, including transponders, receivers, USB chargers, and flight apps.
TBDWednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Robert DuRall, customer support engineer
Product information and installation training for the Astronautics RoadRunner Electronic Flight Instrument.
TBDWednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Ash Vij, president
Installation procedures and approvals for installing iPad mounts and using Guardian Avionics hardware to show MFD on the iPad.
TBDWednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Gary Picou, vice president
PAC45-series audio systems from the quotation process to the configurations and installation considerations.
TBDWednesday, June 23TBD
Presented by Andy Osantowske, director of operations
Robotic Skies has partnered with the unmanned industry’s leading airframe and component manufacturers. Come learn about some of the general maintenance procedures we’ve developed for our key OEM partners as well as applicable airworthiness practices and developing regulatory requirements.
10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday, June 23TBD
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Thursday, June 24TBD
Advance your career and industry knowledge by earning a certification provided by ASTM's National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies. These certifications demonstrate the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promote integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce.
The Aircraft Electronics Technician certificate and endorsements are industry-defined mechanisms to identify professionals who demonstrate their knowledge through testing and commit themselves to the aerospace industry. Associations and professionals across every industry use these certifications to recognize qualified and competent individuals. In fact, the FAA formally recognizes the AET certification as equivalent to formal training when showing eligibility for the issuance of a repairman certificate. Exams are free for AEA Convention attendees, courtesy of the AEA Educational Foundation.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Thursday, June 24TBD
Presented by Kevin Hayes, vice president of sales and marketing
Provide configuration and integration support of CMS products including Cadence switch panels, relay & temperature controllers, audio and Bluetooth interfaces, and the new System Master Controller.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Thursday, June 24TBD
Presented by TJ Sutton, training manager
Installation training and configuration for IFD Series & ATLAS FMS, including interface considerations and use of interactive installation manual.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Thursday, June 24TBD
Presented by Mike Mitera, general manager
Testing and aircraft systems intergeneration.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Thursday, June 24TBD
Presented by Al Gialousis, field service engineer
Latest news on the S-TEC 3100 and an in-depth look at an S-TEC 3100 installation.
TBDThursday, June 24TBD
Presented by William Tramper, owner Azimuth Aerospace Solutions, LLC
How to properly and acturately perform an electrical load analysis.
TBDThursday, June 24TBD
Presented by Jaramey Ham, bueiness development manager
Discussion of software & Just In Time Parts - the purpose of software, how to maximize software potential, inventory preparedness, lean practices and inventory control basics.
TBDThursday, June 24TBD
Presented by Kris Garberg, president, aviation
Learn what's new in Appareo's ecosystem of connectivity and flight data monitoring solutions. Also, get answers to your technical questions about the Stratus product line, including transponders, receivers, USB chargers, and flight apps.
TBDThursday, June 24TBD
Presented by Rob Truglia, business development manager, fixed wing
Technical Training
TBDThursday, June 24TBD
Presented by Ash Vij, president
Installation procedures and approvals for installing iPad mounts and using Guardian Avionics hardware to show MFD on the iPad.
TBDThursday, June 24TBD
Presented by Alyssa Connell, CEO Connell Aviation Group
Using strategic communications to position your aviation company in the ever changing and turbulent digital age. Open discussion about how to market in a post-pandemic aviation environment. Learn if your business image is everything it could be by discussing comprehensive strategic initiatives to maximize combining the social space with traditional marketing initiatives. Objectives include navigating today's best practices in social media, search engine optimization and other cost-effective advertising strategies. Also, learn about exclusive co-op advertising opportunities offered to shops by various manufacturers to help you get the most bang for your buck.
TBDThursday, June 24TBD
Presented by David Copeland, vice president of sales
Technical training.
TBDThursday, June 24TBD
Presented by Andy Osantowske, director of operations
Robotic Skies has partnered with the unmanned industry’s leading airframe and component manufacturers. Come learn about some of the general maintenance procedures we’ve developed for our key OEM partners as well as applicable airworthiness practices and developing regulatory requirements.
10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Thursday, June 24TBD
8:30 a.m. - Noon (Last test starts at 10 a.m.)Friday, June 25TBD
Advance your career and industry knowledge by earning a certification provided by ASTM's National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies. These certifications demonstrate the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promote integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce.
The Aircraft Electronics Technician certificate and endorsements are industry-defined mechanisms to identify professionals who demonstrate their knowledge through testing and commit themselves to the aerospace industry. Associations and professionals across every industry use these certifications to recognize qualified and competent individuals. In fact, the FAA formally recognizes the AET certification as equivalent to formal training when showing eligibility for the issuance of a repairman certificate. Exams are free for AEA Convention attendees, courtesy of the AEA Educational Foundation.
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Friday, June 25
Presented by Katie Bosman, aviation maintenance instructor & Nick Wright, aviation maintenance instructor
Installation, configuration, and certification training on the TXi and NXi systems, GI 275, G5 and GFC 500, GFC 600, and relevant topics for dealers.
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Friday, June 25
Unique and focused approach tounderstanding OEM wiring diagrams. Comprehensive course dedicated to learning the specific practices used by the manufacturer for recording their electrical wiring diagrams. This is an intensive session with active classroom participation. Considered essential for all proactive technicians who desire a stronger foundation in OEM-specific wiring systems and troubleshooting/support documentation.
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.Friday, June 25TBD
Presented by Richard White, sr. manager, field service
Introduction to installation, operation, and maintaining the KA Fusion EDS system. Additional information includes system architecture, subscription services, CASP Program, documentation/publications and customer support. This session is a prerequisite for the necessary follow-on training needed to be eligible for the sale and installation of King Air Pro Line Fusion equipment.
TBDFriday, June 25TBD
Presented by Jaramey Ham, bueiness development manager
Discussion of software & Just In Time Parts - the purpose of software, how to maximize software potential, inventory preparedness, lean practices and inventory control basics.
TBDFriday, June 25TBD
Presented by Gary Reeves, founder PilotSafety.org
Three simple ways to close more sales and train the clients you have, to promote your shop and give you referrals. These three simple strategies can dramatically increase your sales without spending more money.
TBDFriday, June 25TBD
Presented by Gary Reeves, founder PilotSafety.org
An entertaining class to help sales and installers understand the needs and wants of both pilots and owner/operators. Focuses on how upgrading to ADS-B and WAAS significantly improves safety and saves money by talking the buzzwords and language that pilots use.