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NBAA 59th Annual Meeting & Convention
October 17–19, 2006
Orlando, FL
Convention News
NBAA’s 59th Annual Meeting & Convention Breaks a Number of Records
October 19, 2006
NBAA's 59th Annual Meeting & Convention in Orlando was the biggest and best in the Association’s history, breaking attendance records and selling out exhibit space earlier than ever before. At the close of the three-day event, the attendance total was 33,088, which was a 14-percent increase over the final total for 2005, also in Orlando, and higher than the previous record of 31,665 set in Las Vegas in 1998. More.
Safety Maximized When Industry, Regulators Cooperate
October 20, 2006
In the Meet the Regulators session, Nicholas A. Sabatini, FAA associate administrator for aviation safety, praised the industry
for working with agency to help advance the cause of safety. Citing recent initiatives on de-icing and runway overruns, Sabatini said, “safety
works best when we work together.” More.
Panel Provided Advice on How to Qualify a Charter Operator
October 20, 2006
A panel discussion titled How to Pick a Charter Operator gave charter consumers, as well as charter brokers and charter operators,
some guidelines on how to separate the wheat from the chaff in the air charter industry. More.
Security Remains a Top Priority for NBAA
October 19, 2006
NBAA and its Security Council continue to encourage operators to adopt security best practices to ensure that business aviation will remain one of the most secure modes of travel. More.
Safety Town Hall Meeting Details Hypoxia Risk
October 19, 2006
A member of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and a leading aeromedicine expert shared their insights on the threat of hypoxia to aviators during this year’s Safety Town Hall Meeting. More.
NBAA Silk Scarf Award Given to FAA’s Perfetti
October 19, 2006
NBAA has awarded Katherine Perfetti the Silk Scarf Award, which is traditionally given to individuals in recognition of special contributions to the business aviation community. More.
NBAA Participates in CAN Presentation, Applauds Recipients of Corporate Angel Award
October 19, 2006
NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen was on-hand for the presentation of a donation check to the Corporate Angel Network made by Corporate Angel Award co-sponsors during the NBAA 59th Annual Meeting & Convention. NBAA applauds this year’s Corporate Angel Award recipients: Altria Group, Textron, VF Corporation and Yum! Brands. More.
NBAA Announces 2006 Winners of Five Scholarships
October 19, 2006
NBAA has announced the 2006 winners of five scholarships that promote the pursuit of learning about the aviation and aerospace industry. Scholarship recipients were recognized during the NBAA 59th Annual Meeting & Convention. More.
Women in Corporate Aviation Names Three Scholarship Winners
October 19, 2006
During the NBAA Convention, Women in Corporate Aviation International (WCA) announced the recipients of three scholarships. More.
Several Awards Presented During Convention
October 19, 2006
NBAA recognized several individuals this week with awards, including Archie Trammell, recipient of the 2006 Meritorious Service to Aviation Award; James Waugh, recipient of the 2006 Doswell Award; and Cessna Aircraft Company, recipient of the inaugural Albert Ueltschi Humanitarian Award. More.
NBAA2006 Photo Gallery
Updated October 19, 2006
Includes photos from the Exhibit floor, Static Display of Aircraft, Opening General Session, and Media Kickoff Breakfast. View the photo gallery.
NBAA2006 Sets Convention Attendance Record on Second Day
October 18, 2006
Attendance at NBAA2006 reached 31,919 by midday on the second day of the show. This second-day total is already more than 10 percent higher than the final, three-day total for the 2005 show, also held in Orlando, and it surpasses the previous attendance record for the show, which was 31,665 in Las Vegas in 1998. More.
GA Leaders Detail Dire Threat Posed by User Fees
October 18, 2006
At a user fee panel discussion held at the NBAA Convention, the top executives of NBAA, AOPA, EAA, GAMA and NATA said that they are in for the battle of their lives during the FAA reauthorization process of 2007, when the decision on whether or not to implement user fees will be made. More.
Political Pundits Carville, Matalin Handicap Upcoming Election
October 18, 2006
Political consultants and commentators James Carville and Mary Matalin regaled NBAA Convention Attendees with a series of political jokes and provided their unique perspectives on the upcoming midterm congressional elections. More.
NBAA Honors Flying Safety Award Recipients at Convention
October 18, 2006
NBAA recognized the recipients of its 2006 Flying Safety Awards Program during its Convention. “Since NBAA was founded nearly 60 years ago, safety has been our highest priority,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “We are pleased to recognize our Members who continue to meet the highest standards for operational safety.” More.
NBAA Committee Aims to Elevate Maintenance Profession
October 18, 2006
This week the NBAA Maintenance Committee outlined its various ongoing activities, most of which have the ultimate goal of elevating the mechanic trade into a profession. More.
Celebrating IBAC’s 25th Anniversary
October 18, 2006
At the NBAA Convention, the Association marked the 25th anniversary of the International Business Aviation Council Ltd. (IBAC). Founded in 1981, the organization represents, promotes and protects the interests of business aviation in international policy and regulatory venues. More.
Convention Speakers Reflect Diversity of Business Aviation
October 17, 2006
The Opening General Session of NBAA’s 59th Annual Meeting & Convention featured presentations by two very different users of business aviation – golfing legend Arnold Palmer and Gerald L. Shaheen, chairman of the board for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. In addition, the session included an address by FAA Administrator Marion C. Blakey. More.
GA Prospering but Needs ATC Improvements to Handle Future Growth
October 17, 2006
Just before the 2006 Annual Meeting & Convention officially opened, NBAA Chairman Ken Emerick and NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen joined with leaders of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) to review the industry’s recent performance and near-term prospects, and to share their positions on the issues facing business aviation. More.
Trio of Aviation Legends Presents Author With Combs Gates Award
October 17, 2006
Aerospace historian and author Richard Hallion received the National Aviation Hall of Fame’s 2006 Combs Gates Award for his extensive research on a book project documenting America’s post-WWI role in the aviation industry. Hallion received the award during the Opening General Session on October 17, when it was presented to him by aviation legends Eugene Cernan, Bob Hoover and Joe Kittinger. More.
NBAA Announces 2006 Journalism Award Recipients
October 17, 2006
NBAA presented its journalism awards during its Media Kickoff Breakfast on the opening day of the NBAA 59th Annual Meeting & Convention. Aviation International News contributing editor and writer Mary F. Silitch received the 2006 NBAA Platinum Wing Award, which recognizes excellence and lifetime achievement in journalism. Contributing editor for Business & Commercial Aviation David Esler received the 2006 Gold Wing Award. More.
NBAA Introduces New Member Publication at Convention
October 17, 2006
NBAA today announced the launch of a new official newsletter for Members, titled Business Aviation Insider, which is designed to enhance communication with the Membership. “At a time when the industry is experiencing rapid growth and significant technological change, this new publication will strengthen communication from the Association to its Members by providing information about the issues confronting the business aviation community, and NBAA’s work to advance the industry’s agenda.” More.
NBAA Convention Opens With World-Class Speakers
October 17, 2006
The NBAA 59th Annual Meeting & Convention opened this morning with an Opening General Session featuring three keynoters with world-class credentials in business and aviation: Gerald L. Shaheen, chairman of the Board of Directors, U.S. Chamber of Commerce; Marion C. Blakey, administrator of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); and Arnold Palmer, the golf legend who is also an accomplished businessman and supporter of business aviation. Following the opening session, the NBAA Board of Directors and speakers participated in a ceremonial ribbon cutting to open the exhibit floor. Learn more about the keynote speakers.
Business Aviation Needs to Fight User Fees to Ensure Industry Stability
October 16, 2006
The NBAA 59th Annual Meeting & Convention is one of the biggest and best ever. A total of 115
aircraft are on the Static Display at Orlando Executive Airport, 11 more aircraft are on the
floor of the Orange County Convention Center and, for the first time, the entire exhibit area
was sold out weeks in advance of the show. However, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen warned Monday
that despite business aviation’s current vitality, the community needs to be actively involved in
countering an imminent threat – user fees. More.
Static Display Bigger and Better Than Ever
October 16, 2006
NBAA Convention Attendees can view virtually every type of business aircraft this week as 117 aircraft –
everything from the two newly certificated very light jets (VLJs) to turbine helicopters and ultra-long-range
business jets – will congregate on the ramp at Orlando Executive Airport. More.
Session to Cover Business Continuity Planning for Avian Flu Threat
October 16, 2006
NBAA is offering a new Information Session at its 59th Annual Meeting & Convention in
Orlando, titled Maintaining Business Continuity to Address Avian Flu. "Preparedness
in the face of the unexpected is always important a priority for the business aviation
community, and as a result, we felt it was important to provide Members with the latest
information and resources on the avian flu public health threat," said NBAA President and
CEO Ed Bolen. "We have assembled a panel of experts to assist our Members and their
companies in better understanding the best practices for protecting their employees and
their businesses." The session will be held Tuesday, October 17 from 1:15 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
in Convention Center Room S320E/F. More.
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