Private pilots and corporate operators now have the added benefit of easily locating AEA member companies through iFlightPlanner.
Founded in 1957, the Aircraft Electronics Association represents nearly 1,300 member companies in more than 40 countries, including approved maintenance organizations specializing in maintenance, repair and installation of aircraft electronics systems in general aviation aircraft.
Private pilots and corporate operators now have the added benefit of easily locating AEA member companies through iFlightPlanner.
25 individuals receive scholarship for 2024-25 academic year
Total sales exceed $3.2 billion for the year
Bruce Grammon is Member of the Year; Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics is Associate Member of the Year
44 companies receive AEA Avionics Training Excellence Award
Total sales exceed $2.4 billion in first nine months of 2023
The Aircraft Electronics Association has named Kevin Bruce as its director of engineering and certification.
Total sales exceed $1.6 billion in first six months of 2023
22 individuals receive scholarship for 2023-24 academic year
Total sales exceed $777 million in first three months of 2023
Reimagined brand reflects strategic priorities
Award presented at AEA Convention in Orlando
New hire to lead association's workforce initiatives
45 companies receive AEA Avionics Training Excellence Award
Total sales exceed $2.8 billion for the year
The Aircraft Electronics Association has added another workforce development tool to the aerospace industry’s belt by launching AeroCareers.net.
Total sales exceed $2 billion in first nine months of 2022
The Aircraft Electronics Association is collaborating with one of its members, AEROTEAM Training Solutions, to further promote safety by making high-quality training available to the global aviation community.
Total sales exceed $1.3 billion in first six months of 2022
Published annually by the Aircraft Electronics Association, the 2022-23 edition of the AEA Pilot's Guide will be unveiled with free distribution at the Experimental Aircraft Association's AirVenture Oshkosh in Wisconsin, July 25-31.
18 individuals receive scholarship for 2022-23 academic year
Transitioning military personnel matched with employers
Total sales exceed $634 million in first three months of 2022
42 companies receive AEA Avionics Training Excellence Award
Two prestigious industry awards were presented during the opening session of the 65th annual Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, March 28.
Aviation's technology experts gather for four days of training, networking and professional development
Total sales exceed $2.3 billion for the year
Total sales exceed $1.7 billion in first nine months of 2021
Total sales exceed $1 billion in first six months of 2021
The Aircraft Electronics Association's Educational Foundation announced the names of the individuals who were awarded scholarships for the 2021-22 academic year.
Enter to win at AirVenture Oshkosh
AEA staff members will distribute thousands of complimentary copies to pilots and aircraft owners at the AEA's AirVenture booth, No. 2035/2036 in Hangar B at Wittman Regional Airport.
Program meets regulatory compliance for issuance of repairman certificate
Aviation's technology experts gather for four days of training, networking and professional development
45 companies receive AEA Avionics Training Excellence Award
Total sales exceed $568 million in first three months of 2021
Total sales exceed $2.2 billion for the year
Show set for June 22-25 at Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas
Total sales exceed $1.6 billion in first nine months of 2020
Total sales exceed $1.1 billion in first six months of 2020
The Aircraft Electronics Association today introduced its Pilot's Guide Showcase, an all-new digital stage highlighting everything from features and functions of the latest avionics equipment to the installation and service available from AEA member repair stations.
Nearly 40 member companies received the 2019 AEA Avionics Training Excellence Award.
The Aircraft Electronics Association released its first-quarter 2020 Avionics Market Report.
Two prestigious industry awards were announced today, and each recipient will be honored during one of the AEA Connect Conferences scheduled for later this year.
The Aircraft Electronics Association today announced the decision to cancel its 63rd annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show that was scheduled for March 24-27 in Nashville, Tennessee. The event will not be rescheduled.
A group of seven general aviation associations today welcomed an updated study detailing the contributions of general aviation to the U.S. economy.
The Aircraft Electronics Association released its 2019 year-end Avionics Market Report, total sales exceed $3 billion for the year.
The United States Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration, Office of Apprenticeship recently approved the avionics technician apprenticeship program that was created by the Aircraft Electronics Association and submitted through its partnership with the Urban Institute.
Aviation industry veteran Rachel Hill was named director of advertising for the Aircraft Electronics Association, effective Jan. 1, 2020.
Coinciding with the recent Labor Day holiday in the United States, the Aircraft Electronics Association introduced its new online jobs board at AEA.net/Jobs.
The Aircraft Electronics Association released its second-quarter 2019 Avionics Market Report.
Each lucky winner receives $1,000 to help meet the FAA's mandate
The 2019-20 edition of the AEA Pilot's Guide will be unveiled with free distribution at the Experimental Aircraft Association's AirVenture Oshkosh in Wisconsin, July 22-28.
The Aircraft Electronics Association's Educational Foundation announced the names of the individuals who were awarded scholarships worth more than $100,000 for the 2019-20 academic year.
Over 50 member companies received the 2018 AEA Avionics Training Excellence Award.
The Aircraft Electronics Association released its first-quarter 2019 Avionics Market Report.
Two prestigious industry awards were presented during the opening session of the 62nd annual Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show at the Palm Springs Convention Center in Palm Springs California, on Monday, March 25.
Aviation's technology experts gather for four days of training, networking and professional development
Sponsored by EDMO Distributors, the mobile-friendly AEA Convention website is available to assist attendees and exhibitors 24/7 at the Palm Springs Convention Center.
The Aircraft Electronics Association released its 2018 year-end Avionics Market Report, total sales exceed $2.7 billion for the year.
The Aircraft Electronics Association unveiled the dates and locations for its 2019 AEA Connect Conferences.
FAA accepts AEA's petition to recognize AET certification
"With robust growth in sales during the first nine months of the year, industry is on pace to produce the largest dollar amount of year-end avionics sales since the reporting process began back in 2012," said AEA President Paula Derks.
Following an extensive search process, the Aircraft Electronics Association's board of directors announced its selection of Mike Adamson as its president and chief executive officer to become effective March 25, 2019, during the 62nd annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Palm Springs, California.
Total sales exceed $1.3 billion in first six months of 2018
AEA staff members will distribute thousands of complimentary copies to pilots and aircraft owners at the AEA's AirVenture booth, No. 2035/2036 in Hangar B at Wittman Regional Airport.
Each lucky winner receives $1,000 to help meet the FAA's mandate
The Aircraft Electronics Association's Educational Foundation announced the names of the individuals who were awarded scholarships worth more than $100,000 for the 2018-19 academic year.
The Aircraft Electronics Association announced the recipients of the annual Avionics Training Excellence Award, which recognizes AEA member companies for their total commitment to continued education as evidenced by participation in AEA-approved training. Nearly 50 member companies received the 2017 AEA Avionics Training Excellence Award.
Bipartisan group introduces legislation to promote aviation careers
Total sales exceed $639 million in first three months of 2018
AEA Europe Connect Conference set for Prague, April 24-25
Efrain Lopez of Georgetown Instrument Services and Castleberry Instruments & Avionics is Member of the Year; Genesys Aerosystems is Associate Member of the Year.
AEA President Paula Derks announces retirement transition
Joint industry letter of support sent to Senate leaders
Total year-end avionics sales exceed $2.3 billion in 2017
Members of the Aircraft Electronics Association recently elected new representatives to its board of directors.
Total avionics sales exceed $1.73 billion in first nine months of 2017
Total avionics sales exceed $1.14 billion in first six months of 2017
The Aircraft Electronics Association will randomly award five aircraft owners with $1,000 toward an ADS-B compliant upgrade during the Experimental Aircraft Association's AirVenture Oshkosh, July 24-30, in Wisconsin.
AEA staff members will distribute thousands of complimentary copies to pilots and aircraft owners at the AEA's AirVenture booth, No. 2035/2036 in Hangar B at Wittman Regional Airport.
On June 30, 2017, the Aircraft Electronics Association, along with more than 30 general aviation groups, issued the following statement opposing HR 2997.
The Aircraft Electronics Association's Educational Foundation announced the names of the individuals who were awarded scholarships worth more than $125,000 for the 2017-18 academic year.
The Aircraft Electronics Association announced the recipients of the annual Avionics Training Excellence Award, which recognizes AEA member companies for their total commitment to training as evidenced by participation in AEA-approved training.
Following today's announcement by President Donald J. Trump that he proposes a plan to privatize air traffic control in the United States, the Aircraft Electronics Association and a host of general aviation associations joined together to send a letter of response to the president.
The updated guide will help institutionalize best practices and a new operating norm for the FAA, companies and applicants that will prove to be foundational in reaching the next level of safety and certification process effectiveness and efficiency.
Total sales exceed $566 million in first three months of 2017
With the need to authorize the Federal Aviation Administration before Sept. 30 of this year, a host of general aviation association leaders today joined together to send letters to House and Senate transportation leaders…
Greg Vail of Flightstar Corp. is Member of the Year; Appareo is Associate Member of the Year.
With several new avionics products set to debut, the four-day event is the largest wholesale avionics show in the general aviation industry.
AEA Unveils 2016 Year-end Avionics Market Report
The AEA annually hosts conferences in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Latin America and the South Pacific.
"The Aircraft Electronics Association commends the FAA for completing its work on the Part 23 rulemaking effort," said AEA President Paula Derks.
AEA Unveils Third-Quarter 2016 Avionics Market Report
The Aircraft Electronics Association today unveiled the dates and locations for its annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show for the next several years.
AEA Unveils Second-Quarter 2016 Avionics Market Report
One daily winner to be announced via AEA social media outlets
The Aircraft Electronics Association announced the recipients of the annual Avionics Training Excellence Award
Publication debuts July 25 at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
The Aircraft Electronics Association's Educational Foundation announced the names of the individuals who were awarded scholarships worth more than $125,000 for the 2016-17 academic year.
The announcement was made by U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx, FAA Administrator Michael Huerta and FAA Deputy Administrator Mike Whitaker.
On the eve of an FAA public hearing in College Park, Georgia, on the Part 23 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), a coalition of general aviation leaders today applauded the FAA’s efforts to improve safety and make it easier to bring new products to market for the light general aviation sector…
AEA Names 2016 Award Winners at AEA Convention
AEA Unveils First-Quarter 2016 Avionics Market Report
59th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show Officially Opens in Orlando, Florida
AEA Unveils 2015 Year-end Avionics Market Report
Robert Duncan to receive 2016 AEA Lifetime Achievement Award during AEA Convention in Orlando, April 27
Revised schedule set for 2016 AEA Connect conferences
GA Groups to Congress: ATC Reform More Than Just User Fees; Request Sufficient Time to Review and Debate Bill
Dates and locations announced for 2016 AEA Connect conferences
AEA Announces Third-Quarter 2015 Avionics Market Report
AEA Announces Second-Quarter 2015 Avionics Market Report
AEA to award $1,000 toward an ADS-B upgrade to five aircraft owners at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
AEA's new Pilot's Guide to Avionics loaded with ADS-B avionics; Debuts at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
AEA Unveils First-Quarter 2015 Avionics Market Report
AEA Educational Foundation awards more than $125,000 in scholarships for 2015-16 academic year
AEA Convention shatters attendance record
AEA Unveils 2014 Year-end Avionics Market Report
AEA Names 2015 Award Winners at AEA Convention
58th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show Officially Opens in Dallas, Texas
Gary Kelley to receive 2015 AEA Lifetime Achievement Award during AEA Convention in Dallas, April 8
Industry-wide Study Shows General Aviation Continues to be Major Contributor to U.S. Economy
AEA Announces Dates and Locations for 2015 Regional Meetings
AEA Announces Third-Quarter 2014 Avionics Market Report
AEA challenges FAA on NextGen GA Fund implementation during ADS-B 'Call to Action' Summit in Washington, D.C.
New edition of the AEA's Pilot's Guide to Avionics
Free distribution at NBAA Convention in Orlando, Florida
AEA Announces Second-Quarter 2014 Avionics Market Report
New edition of the AEA's Pilot's Guide to Avionics:
Free distribution begins at AirVenture
AEA to award $1,000 toward an ADS-B upgrade to five aircraft owners at AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin
AEA President Tells Congress: The Avionics Industry is Ready to Meet Mandate but FAA Leadership Needs to Refocus on ADS-B
AEA Announces First-Quarter 2014 Avionics Market Report
AEA Recognizes Members for Training Commitment
AEA Elects New Chairman, Vice Chairman, Board Members
AEA Names 2014 Member and Associate Member of the Year
More than $125,000 in scholarships awarded through the AEA Educational Foundation
AEA Unveils 2013 Year-end Avionics Market Report
57th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show Officially Opens in Nashville, Tenn.
Sean Tucker to Speak at 57th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Nashville, Tenn.
AEA Announces New Staff Appointments
New Product Introductions Live-Streamed by ANN
AEA’s Ric Peri to Receive Aviation Journalism Award from NATA
AEA Partners with NextGen GA Fund to help Aircraft Owners Finance NextGen Installations
AEA Welcomes TSA Repair Station Security Rule
AEA Issues Third Quarter 2013 Avionics Market Report
AEA Praises Congressional Passage of the Small Airplane Revitalization Act of 2013
Nashville Plays Host to 57th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show, March 12-15, 2014
Pilot's Guide to Avionics:
Free Copies Available at NBAA Convention
Pilot's Guide to Avionics:
Free Copies Available at AOPA Aviation Summit
AEA Meets with U.S. House Small Business Committee Congressional Members to Share Industry Challenges
AEA Issues Second Quarter 2013 Avionics Market Report
AEA Pays Tribute to EAA Founder Paul Poberezny
Pilot's Guide to Avionics:
Free Distribution Begins at EAA AirVenture
AEA and FAA Complete Productive AML-STC Workshop
AEA Mourns Passing of Board Secretary Chuck Freeland
AEA Issues First Quarter 2013 Avionics Market Report
AEA Discusses Safety Issues with FAA Administrator
AEA Supports Passage of Small Aircraft Revitalization Act of 2013
AEA Elects New Chairman, Vice Chairman, Board Members
AEA Names Kevin Bruce New Regulatory Consultant for Canada
AEA Recognizes Members for Training Commitment
56th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show Concludes in Las Vegas, Nev.
AEA Names 2013 Member and Associate Member of the Year
More Than $125,000 in Scholarships Awarded Through the AEA Educational Foundation
AEA Unveils 2012 Avionics Market Report
Dan Derby Receives 2013 AEA Lifetime Achievement Award
56th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show Officially Opens in Las Vegas, Nev.
AEA Recognizes AOPA President Craig Fuller for His Contributions to the GA Pilot Community
AEA Promotes Importance of Inspector Training and Education to Chairman of the House Aviation Subcommittee
Dick Rutan to Speak at 56th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nev.
Register for Media Credentials to Cover the 56th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show, March 25-28, 2013
Register for Media Credentials to Cover the 56th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show, March 25-28, 2013
AEA Lauds Confirmation of FAA Administrator Michael Huerta
2012 Rate & Labor Survey Results Now Available to AEA Members
Las Vegas Plays Host to 56th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show, March 25-28, 2013
AEA Says Don't Be Fooled; FAA's Part 145 NPRM is Costly
Pilot's Guide to Avionics:
Free Distribution Continues at NBAA Annual Meeting & Convention in Orlando, Fla., Oct. 30-Nov. 1
AEA Mourns Loss of Former Association President and Industry Icon, Monte R. Mitchell
Pilot's Guide to Avionics:
Free Distribution Continues at AOPA Aviation Summit
AEA to Participate in National Transportation Safety Board Forum to Improve General Aviation Search and Rescue
Pilot's Guide to Avionics:
Free Distribution Begins at EAA AirVenture
AEA Begins Series of Member Webinars to Analyze the FAA's Potentially Damaging Rewrite of Part 145 Repair Stations
AEA Elects New Members to its Board of Directors
55th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show Concludes in Washington, D.C.
AEA Names 2012 Member and Associate Member of the Year
AEA Recognizes Members for Training Commitment
More Than $100,000 in Scholarships Awarded Through the AEA Educational Foundation
Paul Ryan Named 2012 AEA Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
55th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show Officially Opens in Washington, D.C.
President Obama Nominates Michael Huerta to Lead FAA
Attention Aviation Media!
Last Day to Pre-Register for Media Credentials to Cover the 55th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show is Thursday, March 8
AEA Applauds Congressional FAA Reauthorization
FAA and Industry Avionics Rotorcraft Forum Concludes at AEA International Headquarters
Col. Mark Tillman to Speak at 55th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Washington, D.C.
Register for Media Credentials to Cover the 55th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show, April 3-6, 2012
Coalition to Save Our GPS Statement from Dale Leibach
AEA International Convention & Trade Show Coverage Expands in D.C.
AEA Plays Host to FAA and Industry Avionics Rotorcraft Forum
Statement on LightSquared from the Coalition to Save Our GPS
Nation's Capital Plays Host to 55th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show, April 3-6, 2012
Aviation Industry Coalition Sends Unified Message to Congress
AEA Voices LightSquared Concerns to C-SPAN3's National Television Audience
AEA Testifies Before U.S. House Committee on Small Business
AEA Distributes Pilot's Guide to Avionics at NBAA
AEA Staff Distributes Pilot’s Guide to Avionics at AOPA Aviation Summit
AEA Says President's Plan for Economic Growth and Deficit Reduction is Flawed: Proposal Includes User Fees
General Aviation Groups Strongly Oppose User Fees in White House Proposal
AEA Echoes President Obama’s Message to Congress: Approve Long-Term FAA Reauthorization Once and For All
AEA Members Optimistic Despite Economic Concerns in 2011 Rate and Labor Survey
Pilot’s Guide to Avionics: Free Distribution Commences at EAA AirVenture
Aircraft Electronics Association Responds to President Obama's Attack on General Aviation
Pilot’s Guide to Avionics:
Free Distribution Begins at EAA AirVenture
54th Annual AEA Convention & Trade Show Concludes in Reno
AEA Names 2011 Member and Associate Member of the Year
Ron Hall Named 2011 AEA Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
More Than $100,000 in Scholarships Awarded Through the AEA Educational Foundation
54th Annual AEA Convention & Trade Show Officially Opens in Reno, Nev.
More than 30 new avionics products set to debut during the four-day event
Increased Voter Participation
Selects AEA Board Members
Five individuals elected to serve three-year term
Program Set for AEA Europe Meeting in Denmark, Other Regional Dates Announced
The AEA hosts regional meetings throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe and the South Pacific.
AEA Announces Convention & Trade Show Dates Through 2016
2012 event slated for Washington, D.C.
AEA Plays Host to Training Courses this Spring
AEA International Headquarters hosts three events in May and June
More than 30 New Avionics Products Set to Debut this week at the AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Reno, Nev.
54th annual event opens Tuesday, March 22, and concludes Friday, March 25
AEA Members and FAA Gather for Open Forum on ADS-B Certification and Installation Issues
ABC World News Aviation Analyst John Nance to Speak at AEA International Convention & Trade Show
Aircraft Electronics Association Names Geoff Hill
Director of Communications; Editor, Avionics News
Aircraft Electronics Association’s
International Convention & Trade Show:
AEA Rolling Out the Red Carpet in Reno;
Early Bird Registration Ends Dec. 31
AEA at EAA’s AirVenture in Oshkosh
FAA Releases Final Rule on ADS-B Out Performance Standards; AEA Anxiously Awaits Installation Criteria
Aircraft Electronics Association Elects New Chairman, Vice Chairman, Board Members
DAC International Chosen AEA Associate Member of the Year; Rick Ochs Named AEA Member of the Year
AEA Board of Directors Name Dan Walker AEA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
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AEA LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
More Than $100,000 in Scholarships Awarded Through the AEA Educational Foundation
General Aviation Avionics Show Features More Regulatory Sessions, More Technical Training
Voting Guide to the AEA 2010 Board of Directors Election
AEA Members of the Year Nominees
Program Set for AEA Europe Meeting in Germany, Other Regional Dates Announced
AEA Announces Convention & Trade Show Dates Through 2016
Wi-Fi Summit at AEA Headquarters Brings Industry and Agencies Together
AEA Convention to be Streamed Live via Aero-News Network/Aero-TV
General Aviation Avionics Show Features More Regulatory Sessions, More Technical Training
FAA Leadership Panel
Administrator Babbitt to Speak at AEA Convention
Miracle on the Hudson
First Officer Skiles to Speak at AEA Convention
AEA Supporting Hearts for Haiti; Collecting Donations
AEA Hosting Wi-Fi Summit Jan. 13-14;
Industry, Regulators Participating
AEA Announces Convention & Trade Show Dates Through 2016
Aircraft Electronics Association Challenges FAA’s Broad-Based Proposal for Safety Management Systems, Submits Comments to FAA in Response to ANPR
Free ‘Pilot’s Guides to Avionics’ Available at AEA Booth No. 4961 During NBAA
Pilot’s Guide to Avionics:
Free Distribution Begins in July at EAA AirVenture
AEA Names New Marketing/Advertising Coordinator