AEA South Pacific Regional

October 2-3, 2025

Brisbane, Australia

Schedule

Thursday, October 2

7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.	AEA Registration Open
8 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.	Official Welcome
8:15 a.m. - 10 a.m.	Regulatory Update: The Latest in Aviation Regulations Kickstart your day with the most up-to-date and relevant information in the world of aviation regulations at our Regulatory Rise & Shine. This session serves as a comprehensive source of regulatory news, information, and events that directly impact you, your customers, and your business. We will begin the session with a focus on the current regulatory agenda, discussing any recent changes or proposed amendments in aviation rules and how they might affect various stakeholders. We will examine these developments in the context of safety, operations, environmental sustainability, and the broader economic impact on the aviation industry.
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. GPS overview Systems: GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, Beidou, QZSS, NavIC Terminology – SVs, SBAS, WAAS – learn ALL the acronyms! Spoofing – is it all bad? Almanac data - What is it and why do I need it? Simulation Types - Static vs. Dynamic vs. Trajectory Benefits of GPS Simulation When and why would I ever need GPS simulation? GPS-related Aircraft Systems Use Cases: Waypoint Simulation “Flying” Routes Troubleshooting: Got Lock?
12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.	Lunch
12:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.	Cirrus Technical Training Session
1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.	Technical Training Session
2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.	Break
2:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	Technical Training Session
3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.	Local Product Info 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
7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.	AEA Dinner Event Join fellow South Pacific members for an evening of fun and celebration! The ticket for this event is included in a full registration or an exhibitor registration.

Friday, October 3

7:45 a.m. - 12 p.m.	AEA Registration Open
8 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 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.
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.

Fieldtech

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Garmin

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Mid-Continent Instruments

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Moog

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True Blue Power

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Interested in sponsoring? Contact Linda Adams, lindaa@aea.net or 816-347-8400

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