Frequently Asked Questions

This international event is comprised of general aviation professionals from government-approved repair stations and avionics/instrument manufacturers.

Gaylord Palms Resort
6000 W Osceola Pkway
Kissimmee, FL 34746
877-491-0442

Hotel Information

Orlando International Airport

Distance from Gaylord Palms: 19.3 Miles
Phone Number: +1 407-8252001
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Alternate Airport Transportation
Mears Transportation

 

Avionics and instrument shops from around the world, manufacturers of avionics equipment, distributors of avionics equipment, FAA & other international government regulatory agencies, fleet operators, used-equipment dealers and press.

Tuesday, April 25 - 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 26 - 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The exhibits in the AEA Exhibit Hall are designed to create a synergy between the manufacturers and their dealers. This is a closed show to the general public - the manufacturers are there to show the dealers the latest and greatest in new technology and how much the dealers can profit. Enjoy many networking opportunities and take advantage of talking face-to-face to these manufacturers.

The deadline for early-bird registration savings is December 31, 2022.

The deadline for advance registration savings is April 5, 2023.

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Good news here! The convention and trade show are both located at the Gaylord Palms Resort. You just take the elevator from your hotel room – no reason to have a rental car or take a taxi.

Children’s Policy for attendance at the AEA Convention & Trade Show

  • Children under the age of 18 must be with an adult at all times in the AEA Exhibit Hall (no one under 18 allowed in the hall during setup and teardown times or in any meeting ).

  • Each child over the age of 2 will need to have a badge to enter and will be charged a fee of $20 per day.  Badges can be purchased on-site at the AEA On-Site Registration Desk or in advance by clicking on the link below.

Child Registration Form

The Aircraft Electronics Association (show management) is making preparations for its upcoming AEA International Convention & Trade Show and doing its best to help exhibitors have a successful show. While all convention attendees are invited to the trade show, any attendee who is observed to be soliciting business in the aisles or other public places, including another company’s booth, is in violation of the AEA’s suitcasing policy and will be asked to leave immediately. Additional penalties may be applied.

A full registration registration includes:

  • More than 75 hours of regulatory and technical training
  • New Product Introductions
  • Two days networking in the Exhibit Hall
  • Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
  • First-Nighter Event.

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A spouse registration includes:

  • Exhibit Hall entrance with lunch
  • First-Nighter Event
  • Training sessions are not included
  • A full registration must accompany a spouse registration.

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More than 75 hours of regulatory, technical and business management training during the four days.

Sessions

There are many options for registration. Of course, your best option is the full registration that covers all meetings & sessions for the four days and entrance into the exhibit hall on both days.

AEA Member Registration
Save up to $405 by registering for a full registration!

  • $695 - Early-bird Registration through December 31, 2022
  • $795 - Advance Registration January 1, 2023 - April 5, 2023
  • $895 - After April 5, 2023

Non-member Registration
Save up to $505 by registering for a full registration!

  • $995 - Advance Registration through April 5, 2023
  • $1075 - After April 5, 2023

Spouse Registration

  • $395 - Early-bird Registration through December 31, 2022
  • $445 - Advance Registration January 1, 2023 - April 5, 2023
  • $505 - After April 5, 2023

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Children’s Policy for attendance at the AEA Convention & Trade Show

  • Children under the age of 18 must be with an adult at all times in the AEA Exhibit Hall (no one under 18 allowed in the hall during setup and teardown times or in any meeting ).

  • Each child over the age of 2 will need to have a badge to enter and will be charged a fee of $20 per day.  Badges can be purchased on-site at the AEA On-Site Registration Desk or in advance by clicking on the link below.

Child Registration Form

The deadline for early-bird registration savings is December 31, 2022.

The deadline for advance registration savings is April 5, 2023.

No Refunds allowed after April 5, 2023 - Cancellations and refund requests must be made by April 5, 2023. Refunds will be processed less a $75 administrative fee. No refunds will be made after April 5 or for no-shows. Cancellations can be submitted via email to convention@aea.net.

The Aircraft Electronics Association (show management) is making preparations for its upcoming AEA International Convention & Trade Show and doing its best to help exhibitors have a successful show. While all convention attendees are invited to the trade show, any attendee who is observed to be soliciting business in the aisles or other public places, including another company’s booth, is in violation of the AEA’s suitcasing policy and will be asked to leave immediately. Additional penalties may be applied.

If you offer products or services to the general aviation industry through a dealers’ network, don’t miss out on reaching hundreds of current and potential dealers all in one place.

Exhibitor Prospectus

Exhibit Hall Floor Plan

Exhibit Contract

  1. All booth personnel must be registered to gain entrance into the Exhibit Hall
  2. Exhibitors are provided four (4) "EXHIBITS-ONLY" badges free of charge for each 10'x10' exhibit space contracted.
  3. Additional "EXHIBITS-ONLY" badges beyond allotment are $75 per person.
  4. Once you have submitted your completed contract with payment, you will receive an email with the Exhibitor Registration Portal information, including your assigned username and password.

The deadline for advanced registration is April 5.

Debra McFarland

Aircraft Electronics Association

debbiem@aea.net

816-347-8400

  • Exhibit Space
  • Name Badge Registrations
  • Meeting Registrations
  • Hosted Functions
  • New Product Introductions

 

April Moody

SS&G Management

april.moody@ssgmanagement.net

985-377-8800

  • Booth Setup
  • Ordering Items for Booth
  • Shipping Information

 

Linda Adams

Aircraft Electronics Association

lindaa@aea.net

816-347-8400

  • Convention Sponsorships

 

Rachel Hill

Aircraft Electronics Association

rachelh@aea.net

816-366-5109

Advertising:

  • Avionics News Magazine
  • Convention Show Guide

Advance Shipping

Shipping address to the warehouse TBD

 

Shipping address for direct shipment to show site TBD

 

Shipping Questions?

April Moody, SS&G Management
985-377-8800
april.moody@ssgmanagement.net

Children’s Policy for attendance at the AEA Convention & Trade Show

  • Children under the age of 18 must be with an adult at all times in the AEA Exhibit Hall (no one under 18 allowed in the hall during setup and teardown times or in any meeting ).

  • Each child over the age of 2 will need to have a badge to enter and will be charged a fee of $20 per day.  Badges can be purchased on-site at the AEA On-Site Registration Desk or in advance by clicking on the link below.

Child Registration Form

The Aircraft Electronics Association (show management) is making preparations for its upcoming AEA International Convention & Trade Show and doing its best to help exhibitors have a successful show. While all convention attendees are invited to the trade show, any attendee who is observed to be soliciting business in the aisles or other public places, including another company’s booth, is in violation of the AEA’s suitcasing policy and will be asked to leave immediately. Additional penalties may be applied.

 

 

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