Flight School operators conference Presented by the Flight School Association of North America. april 13-15, 2011 nashville, tennessee

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1 Flight School operators conference Presented by the Flight School Association of North America april 13-15, 2011 nashville, tennessee Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center PRoGRAM INFoRMAtIoN AND REGIStRAtIoN An invitation to attend this one-of-a-kind conference for the flight training industry the business of Flight training SM

2 Flight School operators conference the business of Flight training SM To our members and friends in the flight training industry, The Flight School Association of North America (FSANA) invites you to attend the Second Annual International Flight School Operators Conference the only Conference in North America specifically geared to the flight training industry. Flight school owners, operators and managers and others involved with flight training, along with exhibitors and sponsors, will join together in Nashville, Tennessee, where industry experts will be sharing their knowledge for the benefit of the flight training industry. Your participation will help create a new vision and culture change which will lead to a greatly improved general aviation industry around the globe. It will be a win-win situation for all involved. This conference is solely dedicated to the flight training industry. Conference sessions will focus on a variety of important issues impacting the flight school sector from east to west coasts. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers, supply chain partners and government representatives involved in the business of flight training. Be sure to join us at this major industry event. We look forward to seeing you! Vern Moyer Chairman President & CEO registration form on page 5 for more information Please contact the Flight School Association of North America: 3111 Arcadia Avenue, Allentown, PA Fax info@fsana.com Photographs in this piece courtesy of American Legend Aircraft Company, Cessna Aircraft Company, Cirrus Design Corporation, Diamond Aircraft Industries, Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, Piper Aircraft Inc., Remos Aircraft, Robinson Helicopter Company, Schweizer Aircraft Corporation

3 Flight School operators conference WeDneSDay, april 13 am 10:00 registration open 2011 PRoGRAM DoN t MISS out! 10:00 exhibitor Set-up pm 5:00 opening reception with exhibitors thursday, april 14 am 7:00 breakfast with exhibitors 7:00 registration open 8:30 opening Ceremony Keynote address President & CEO, FSANA Vern Moyer Chairman, FSANA President, Moyer Aviation Raul Regalado, C.A.E. President & CEO Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority 9:00 general SeSSion i: flight School accreditation, Student finance and gao update Learn why accreditation is important for your school and the flight training industry. Hear from the GAO on their pilot training certification and flight school study. President & CEO, FSANA Dr. Gerald L. Dillingham Director of Civil Aviation Issues, Physical Infrastructure Team U.S. Government Accountability Office Tony Rohloff Founding Partner, Premier Flight Academy Debbie Sparks Founder & President, Palm Beach Helicopters John Painter President, Air Orlando 10:30 break with exhibitors/networking time 11:00 general SeSSion ii: Who is the Captain of your business? Learn how to improve your business model with effective management techniques Debbie Sparks Founder & President, Palm Beach Helicopters Randy Rowles Vice President Business Development and NVG Training Programs Night Flight Concepts pm 12:30 luncheon President & CEO, FSANA Special Guest: David Meador National Blind Golf Champion 2:00 general SeSSion iii: Knowledge-based marketing that Works Hear firsthand about the steps to developing a marketing plan that works John Amundsen President, Tail Wheels Etc. Gail Notestine Marketing Director, CGAP David Notestine President, David Notestine Consulting Ben Smullyan President, 3 Degrees of Aviation 3:30 break with exhibitors/networking time 4:00 flight SChool WorKShopS Attendees divide into working groups to discuss a variety of topics with interactive participation. 7:00 Dinner on your own friday, april 15 am 7:00 breakfast with exhibitors 7:00 registration opens 8:15 fsana annual membership meeting 9:15 general SeSSion iv: legal Considerations for your flight School Attendees will learn the latest in the legal industry with emphasis on flight training. Jeff Bauer President, NationAir Aviation Insurance Jason Lorenzon Attorney Margaret Wong & Associates Co., LPA Fred Begy III Principal, Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. Stephen Hofer President, Aerlex Law Group 10:30 break with exhibitors/networking time continued next page

4 Flight School operators conference 2011 PRoGRAM CoNtINuED 11:00 general SeSSion V: Developing your flight training program and Curriculum Explore curriculum development from basic private pilot through career pilot program. Tony Rohloff Founding Partner, Premier Flight Academy Vincent Billisi Vice President & Director, Airborne Systems Inc. Hal Shevers Founder, Sporty s Academy pm 12:30 lunch 1:30 general SeSSion Vi: technical and equipment up-date for flight Schools Vern Moyer Chairman, FSANA President, Moyer Aviation Julie Filucci Manager, Cessna Pilot Centers David Moser Director, North American Fleet Sales Diamond Aircraft Ray Crist Regional Manager After Market Sales Lycoming Engines Tim Tucker Chief Instructor R22/44 Safety Course Robinson Helicopter Company 3:00 general SeSSion Vii: government and industry partners update Jim White Manager, Double Eagle Aviation Erik Jensen Assistant General Manager, General Aviation Policy Transportation Security Administration Celio Young Deputy Assistant General Manager Aircraft Repair Stations and Flight School Programs Transportation Security Administration Kevin Clover National FAASTeam Manager Federal Aviation Administration Jennifer Storm Director of Flight Training Initiatives Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association 4:00 Conference adjournment ACCoMMoDAtIoNS gaylord opryland resort & ConVention Center 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN or Gaylord Opryland the flagship property of Gaylord Hotels is recognized worldwide for its flawless service, luxurious accommodations and critically heralded entertainment. The nine-acre complex features lush indoor gardens and cascading waterfalls. Guests can attend a performance at the Grand Ole Opry right next door to the hotel or golf on the hotel s own Scottish-style links. room reservations The Conference has a special room rate of $149 PP single/double. To receive this rate, reserve by monday, march 28 and indicate that you are with the Flight School Conference or group code x-fs011. Extend your stay!... This rate can also be applied to the 1-3 days prior and 1-3 days immediately following the event. Note: For room cancellations with less than 72 hours notice, one day s room rate is charged. room reservations: hotel parking Self-parking $10 daily; valet parking $25 daily transportation from airport The Opryland shuttle bus runs from Nashville Int l Airport to the hotel every 30 minutes, 5:00 AM- 11:00 PM daily. $38 round trip; $28 one way. One-way taxi service averages $25.

5 international Flight School operators Conference 2011 Registration Step 1: Complete your Profile Please fill out a profile for each attendee. (Make a copy of this form for each person.) Please print clearly. Full name Last First First name or nickname for badge Title/Position Organization Your organization s name will appear this way. Address City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Country Telephone ( ) Fax ( ) Special needs, if any Arrival date* time Departure date time *Needed to estimate attendance at meals and functions I am a current FSANA member: m Yes m No Conference Scholarships Financial assistance may be available to you toward conference registration. This does not include room accommodations or transportation. If you wish to attend, but require financial assistance, please submit this form ASAP so we can see if you qualify. m I am interested. Please contact me. Step 2: Calculate your payment Save $100 per person with early registration. Plus, save $50 off listed fee amount for each additional attendee from your organization. Fee Schedule On/before 04/01... After 04/01 Attendee Registration: FSANA member... $ $ Non-member... $ $ Government rate... $ $ attention Non-FSANA members: Check here m if you wish to apply the difference you pay for the non-member v.s. member rates toward a FSANA membership. Call or visit for an application form. Attendee Registration (from Fee Schedule above)... $ # Additional Attendee Registrations: (Deduct $50 from Fee Schedule amount per person)... $ Example: Two additional [$395 less $50] each = $690. Total Payment... $ m Check enclosed payable in U.S. dollars to: Flight School Association of NA Name as it appears on card Expiration date / Signature Zip code associated with this credit card # Step 3: reply by fax or mail (see next page)

6 continued international Flight School operators Conference 2011 Registration Form Step 3: reply by fax or mail Fax your completed registration form(s) to: or mail form(s) and remittance to: Flight School Association of NA 3111 Arcadia Avenue Allentown PA Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be made in writing. Cancel on or before Friday, April 1, 2011 receive a full refund. Cancel on April 2-8, 2011 receive 50% refund. No refunds for cancellations after April 8, Refunds will be sent in June personal aircraft fly-ins For aircraft landing at Nashville International Airport (KBNA), please contact customer service at either Atlantic Aviation ( ) or Signature Flight Support ( ) for special pricing. Both FBOs will provide courtesy shuttle service to the main terminal where you can catch the Opryland shuttle bus to Opryland Resort. The bus runs every 30 minutes, 5:00 AM-11:00 PM daily $38 round trip; $28 one way. One-way taxi service averages $25. About FSANA The Flight School Association of North America is a membership-based association which represents flight schools, firms that provide products or services to the flight training or aviation industry, and supporting partners. Through the Flight School Association, the flight training industry has a voice which clearly represents the core foundation of the flight training segment within the aviation industry. The Flight School Association identifies and establishes programs that are intended to help both new and existing flight schools as they deal with the multitude of work-scope issues they face on a daily basis. FSANA Features Flight School Accreditation Program Annual Flight School Operators Conference Develop stable sources of financing for flight students Increase student starts and retention Flight school newsletter Programs to enhance the flight training industry Provide marketing and promotion support Website with flight school locator (in development) To Contact Flight School Association of North America 3111 Arcadia Ave., Allentown PA Fax info@fsana.com The Business of Flight Training SM