Schedule

Thursday, November 21

7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. River Terrace Foyer	AEA Registration Open
8 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. River Terrace 2	Official Conference Welcome
8:15 a.m. - 9 a.m. River Terrace 2	Regulatory Update: The Latest in Aviation Regulations This comprehensive annual review highlights key regulatory issues impacting the avionics industry. It covers updates on repair station regulations, aircraft certification, and important rulemaking activities that directly influence your business. This year will include updates on: Repair station NPRM on data and contract maintenance; Part 23 Acceptable Means of Compliance; Final Report from the Repairman Portability Working Group. Morning break sponsored by Aircraft Lighting International
9 a.m. - 10 a.m. River Terrace 2	Back to Basics: Customer Supplied Parts and the Importance of Traceability Ensuring proper traceability of parts is essential for a repair station to verify the suitability of components used in maintenance and alterations. This session will cover key aspects of part acceptability, including new, used, and customer-supplied parts. Additionally, will explore various acceptable methods for demonstrating traceability, a critical requirement for all repair stations.
9 a.m. River Terrace 1	Exhibitor Setup
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. City Terrace 4	Take the NEW Avionics Installation Certification Exam for FREE Please note: If you are already an ASTM NCATT-certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET), you are eligible to take the NEW Aircraft Electronics Installation Technician (AEIT) endorsement exam for free at the AEA Regional. If you are not AET certified, you must pass that exam first. If you pass the AET certification exam at the AEA Regional, you can take the new installation endorsement exam along with other endorsements. All exams are free for attendees, courtesy of the AEA Educational Foundation. AET certification exams are normally $175, and AEIT endorsement exams are $150. Did you know the FAA formally recognizes the AET certification as equivalent to formal training when showing eligibility for the issuance of a repairman certificate? Learn more at aea.net/aet. www.aea.net/aet
10 a.m. - 11 a.m. River Terrace 2	Avionics Fundamentals: Navigating Basic Troubleshooting Techniques This session is tailored to provide participants with a solid grounding in identifying and addressing common avionics challenges. We will unveil common pitfalls and arm attendees with practical techniques to diagnose and rectify issues, and we will discuss the tools and techniques for troubleshooting. This training is suitable for beginners and those looking to solidify their foundational knowledge to help be your compass in the complex world of avionics.
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. River Terrace 2	Gogo Business Aviation Training - 5G and Galileo Provisional Installations This training will focus on key provisional installation practices and requirements for Gogo 5G and Galileo SATCOM systems. This session is designed for aviation professionals who are looking to ensure seamless and compliant installations of these advanced communication systems.
12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.	Lunch
12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. River Terrace 2	uAvionix - ADS-B and Beyond This session is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of troubleshooting existing uAvionix ADS-B products and introduce upcoming AV-30-C offerings. This training is essential for anyone involved in the installation, maintenance, or operation of uAvionix equipment, ensuring you stay ahead with the latest advancements and troubleshooting techniques.
1:15 p.m. - 2 p.m. River Terrace 2	KITCO Fiber Optics - Inspection, Cleaning & Testing Inspection and cleaning practices on single ferrule connectors and termini, multi-terminus connectors. Use of the fiber optic video inspection probe (FOVIS). Testing theory and practices including link loss testing and troubleshooting procedures and best practices.
2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. River Terrace 2	Avidyne - Vantage12 Installation Training In this session, Avidyne will cover the details on converting an Entegra-equipped Cirrus to Vantage12 displays, including system overview, installation considerations and scope, using the EZ Adapter Harnesses, and pricing, so attendees will be equipped to quote and install Vantage12.
2:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. River Terrace 2	Laversab - Avionics Radio Test Set: ARTS-7000 The ARTS-7000 not only simplifies testing protocols but also enhances adaptability, making it an indispensable tool for aviation professionals across various sectors. This session will cover operations training, including radio communication, navigation, distance measuring equipment, Mode S, ADS-B, emergency locator transmitters, and how to utilize the wireless control and user-configurable interface.
3:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. River Terrace 2	Product Info Session Aviation Design and Supply CCX Technologies Daniels Manufacturing FreeFlight Systems Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. River Terrace 1	Exhibit Hall Open
6:30 p.m. River Terrace 1	Exhibitor Teardown

Friday, November 22

7:45 a.m. - 12 p.m. River Terrace Foyer	AEA Registration Open
8 a.m. - 9 a.m. River Terrace 1	Cirrus - SR2X G7 Update: Review of Perspective Touch+ Avionics With the recent announcement of the Cirrus SR2X G7, the Cirrus maintenance training team invites you to a concise, one-hour review of the Cirrus Perspective Touch+ avionics. This training will highlight the differences between the G6 and G7 models, common maintenance items, Autopilot Assert Logs, and database management. Join us to stay updated on the latest advancements.
8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. City Terrace 4	Avionics Installation Certification Exam, Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) Certification & Endorsement Exams Exams are free for attendees, courtesy of the AEA Educational Foundation.
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. River Terrace 1	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 cover various topics and tools relevant to the field. Training topics include: New product training, including overview, quoting, operations and installation considerations. Discussion of the latest installation, troubleshooting, configuration and administrative topics from training classes and FSE calls. GDL 60 installation and registration. Retrofit integrated flight deck installation, troubleshooting, and configuration topics. As GI 275 is offered with Over the Counter options, discussion of specific configurations and software update instructions. Morning break sponsored by Avidyne
12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.	Lunch Sponsored by Garmin
12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. River Terrace 1	Garmin Technical Training continued Afternoon break sponsored by Pilot John International

Last updated Tuesday, November 19, 2024

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.