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GBAA EVENTS
Various Professional Sessions
For 2008, GBAA will continue to remain focused on creating additional value for its members. This year, GBAA plans to host a series of events focused on specific disciplines within business aviation. We have already hosted two events regarding EFBs and Aircraft Documentation. Even if you are not working in a specific area, we encourage everyone to attend as there will be something for everyone. The remaining 2008 events are listed below.
GBAA Safety Day - August 27
Marriott Atlanta Century Center
GBAA would like to welcome you to attend the 2008 Safety Day! GBAA is pleased to offer this great event for the third year in a row. Join us and your colleagues on Wednesday, August 27 to discuss important safety topics including:
Managing Safety in Corporate Aviation
Hangar Safety
The Role of Scheduling/Dispatch in Safety Management
Landing Distance Calculations
Human Factors
Distraction Management
Special offer for GBAA members: your first attendee is FREE! Space is limited. Register early
Safety Day Agenda
08:00 Registration Open/Breakfast
08:30 Introduction/Session Begins – Dave Small, GBAA
08:45 Leadership & Management in Corporate Aviation – JD McHenry, Global Jet Services
JD McHenry is a seasoned speaker on safety. His knowledge of SMS, IS-BAO and all professional disciplines make him a great selection to start Safety Day. JD will lay the foundation by speaking about the important task of managing and leading safety.
09:45 Energy Break
10:15 The Role of the Scheduler/Dispatcher in Safety Management – Fred Towers, Universal Aviation
Fred Towers is no stranger to speaking at industry events. One of the icons of NBAA’s Schedulers and Dispatchers Committee, Fred will talk about the critical role that the S/D plays in assuring and managing safety on each trip and throughout the operation.
11:15 Landing Distance Calculations & Runway Overruns – Bob Maynard, FAA
Bob is the author of Advisory Circular 91-79 which highlights the common mistakes and issues surrounding runway overruns. Bob’s presentation provides excellent discussion and examples that every operator and pilot should consider.
12:00 Networking Lunch
13:00 Hangar Safety – Billy White, MedAire
The importance of hangar safety is critical, yet it is often assumed. From OSHA requirements to Best Practices, Billy White will discuss the various elements to make your hangar safe for your employees, passengers, and visitors.
14:00 Energy Break
14:30 Runway Incursions – Wes Timmons, FAA
The FAA’s renewed focus in addressing runway incursions is the topic of this informative and interactive topic. Wes Timmons brings some wonderful and gut-wrenching examples of runway incursions. The presentation will allow the attendees to discuss the common pitfalls and mistakes as well as learn about current and upcoming technologies and procedures to assure runway safety.
15:30 Distraction Management – Sam Harris, V1 Training
The cockpit is becoming continually more complex. Between advanced avionics and navigating within the NAS, there are ample opportunities to become distracted and compromising safety. Sam will discuss some real-world examples and the best practices to keep your crews focused and alert.
16:30 Closing Remarks and Session Adjourns
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Scheduler/Dispatcher Professionals Meeting - November, 2008. Details are in the works.
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Past
Events
The Good, Bad & Ugly of Aircraft Documentation
June 18, 2008
Hosted by FlightWorks
500 TownPark Lane, Suite 350, Kennesaw, GA
GBAA was excited to offer their second Symposium of the year featuring Aircraft Documentation.
The Symposium focused on learning about common mistakes made in aircraft records, insurance coverage for record loss and damage, record retention and back-up solutions, the impact of accurate and complete records on resale value and the legal aspects of record keeping.
There was also a Round Table Discussion featuring record keeping best practices with Dan Lane of Epps Aviation, Eddie Wolfe of AMB Group, Len Beauchemin with AeroTechna Solutions and Elaine Karabatsos with Coca-Cola Enterprises.
For additional details on the event - click here.
5/02/08 - 2008 Annual Member's Meeting & Golf Tournament
4/03/08 - Electronic Flight Bag Symposium
9/23/07 - NBAA/KaBoom! playground build
8/21/07 - 2007 Safety Day
7/31/07 - NBAA Convention Town Hall Meeting
5/4/07 - 8th Annual Member Meeting and Golf Tournament
2/13/07 - FAA/ATC Luncheon
8/23/06
- GBAA Safety Day
5/5/06
- 7th Annual Member Meeting and Golf Tournament
3/29/06
- ATC Luncheon
2/9/06
- Aviation Tax Session
10/17-18/05
- Emergency Response Seminar
8/1/05
- GBAA Luncheon with NBAA
President, Ed Bolen
5/13/05
- 6th Annual Member Meeting and
Golf Tournament
5/12/04
- 5th Annual Member Meeting and
Golf Tournament |
