Flight School operators conference Focused on the business of flight training FeBrUarY 11-14, 2013 orlando, Fl Caribe Royale Hotel SponSor/Exhibitor invitation An invitation to take part in this one-of-a-kind conference for the flight training industry presented by the business of Flight training SM
2 the business of Flight training SM Dear Friends and Supporters, The Flight School Association of North America (FSANA) invites you to participate in the Fourth 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, along with industry experts, will come together in Orlando to share their knowledge for the benefit of the flight training industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers, supply chain partners and government representatives involved in the business of flight training. Your support will help evolve the culture change that is needed in the flight training industry. Our collective efforts will lead to a more vibrant and improved general aviation industry that will grow the pilot population and increase aerospace economic development across North America. new for 2013 pre-conference public flight seminar FSANA is hosting a free, open to the public, learning experience on Sunday, February 10 from 11:00-6:00 PM at the Caribe Royale Hotel. Silver sponsors and above receive a complimentary display table at this public event. See the details on page 5. We look forward to seeing you in Orlando. Jim White Chairman, FSANA Robert Rockmaker President & CEO, FSANA 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. FSANA identifies and establishes programs that are intended to help both new and existing flight schools grow their business. Through FSANA, the flight training industry has a voice which clearly represents the core foundation of the flight training segment within the aviation industry.
3 partnering through SponSorShip sponsorship level ChoiCes Csp*... $10,000 *Corporate supporting partners (CSP) are considered major supporters of FSANA. CSPs receive year-round recognition at all FSANA events. CSPs are given maximum exposure and build brand awareness in both print and electronic media through FSANA affiliation. platinum... $7,500 gold... $5,000 silver... $3,000 bronze... $1,000 booster... under $1,000 sponsorship benefits csp platinum gold Silver Bronze Booster FSana recognition for one year Exhibitor setup space at hotel aircraft static display at airport Display table at public seminar Conference registrations* 10 5 3 2 Logo on recognition signage food & beverage event sponsorships Available on a first-come basis. Please confirm availability and reserve before sending in your payment by calling 610-791-4359. 1. opening reception mon pm... $2,000 2. hangar Dinner with manufacturers... tues pm... $3,000 3. Coffee break...tues am... $1,000 4. Coffee break... tues pm... $1,000 5. Coffee break... wed am... $1,000 6. Coffee break... wed pm... $1,000 7. bus transportation... $1,000 Color ad(s) in Flight School news 3x full 2x full 1x full 1x half 1x sixth hot link on FSana website Logo on FSana website Logo in conference handout Logo in FSana Flight School news *Registration includes opening reception, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner and 4 coffee breaks. aircraft StatiC DiSpLaY opportunity hangar Dinner & aircraft static Display on Day 1 Aircraft manufacturers are invited to display their aircraft in our airport display hangar. On Tuesday February 12, conference attendees will get to enjoy dinner in the display hangar while aircraft manufacturers introduce their aircraft. Please call FSANA at 610-791-4359 to make arrangements for your static display. If you also plan to exhibit at the hotel, see An Invitation to Exhibit, on next page, for set-up information. aircraft static display... $995 Conference exhibitor space... $995 both of the above... $1,295 Note: Each of these three options includes ONE conference registration. Additional registrations are $365 pp. have your fee waived By becoming a Silver Sponsor or higher, your aircraft static display is complimentary. See chart above for other sponsor benefits.
4 what you get Fee covers setup provisions and conference registration for ONE person, meals included (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner). Additional registrations are $365 per person. Conference exhibitor space... $995 setup provisions Approximate 8 x 10-ft floorspace with 6-ft table and two chairs. Pipes and drapes not supplied. If you require a larger area, please call FSANA at 610-791-4359 to make arrangements. Electric hookup (110V) by request: $70. Bring your own powerstrips, extension cords. Internet access by request: $50. The exhibit area is directly accessible at street level and has a loading dock. have your fee waived By becoming a Silver Sponsor or higher, you will receive a complimentary exhibit space AND one or more complimentary registrations. See Sponsorship Benefits chart on previous page. an invitation to Exhibit important setup times monday, 10:00 am Doors open, setup begins. Setup must be completed before 6:00 PM. monday, 6:00 pm Opening Reception with Exhibitors. wednesday, 4:00 pm Breakdown. For questions specific to the exhibit hall, please call the hotel s convention service manager, Angela Roach, 407-238-8461 or by email to aroach@cariberoyale.com shipping instructions to receive packages at Caribe you must be a registered guest. There is a fee for incoming and outgoing packages. Incoming packages must be prepaid. CODs will be refused and no notification will be made by the hotel to the shipper. Incoming packages must be marked as follows: Caribe Royale 8101 World Center Drive Orlando FL 32821 Attn: (Guest Name) Ref: Flight School Conference Arriving: (Date of your arrival) Caribe royale orlando Nestled on 53 lush tropical acres, the Caribe Royale All-Suite Hotel and Convention Center is located 15 miles SW of Orlando Int l Airport and 1.5 miles from Walt Disney World Resort. 8101 World Center Drive, Orlando FL 32821 407-238-8000 Direct www.cariberoyale.com Caribe Royale guests will discover unmatched hospitality, service and facilities including a pool, spa, fitness center, business center, tennis and full-size basketball court. Each suite includes a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker and complimentary wireless. transportation from airport: mears shuttle (407-423-5566) offers one-way and roundtrip ground transportation from Orlando Int l Airport. Receive the discounted rate of $31 roundtrip if you make a reservation in advance Go to www.mearstransportation.com Go to Book Orlando Shuttle. Use priority code 440626033. Taxi and rental cars are available. Taxis allow up to seven people to travel for one rate. room reservations The Conference has a special room rate of $149.00 PP single/double. To receive this rate, reserve by friday, January 18 and state that you are with the Flight School Conference. If you wait until after January 18, rates may be higher and rooms may not be available. reservations: 1-800-823-8300
5 pre-conference public FLight SEMinar FSANA is committed to helping build the pilot population, increase awareness and expand general aviation. To that end, this free half-day two-part seminar is targeted to appeal to a large segment of the non-flying public. part 1: learn ABoUt BeCoMInG A pilot Presenters will walk attendees through the basics and explain how to become a pilot. There will be presentations by various aircraft manufacturers and others involved with flight training. Part 1 will help to demystify and provide direct and open information for those interested in learning to fly. part 2: AIrCrAFt For BUSIneSS AnD personal USe This segment will explain how various aircraft are used for both business and personal use. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about a selection of aircraft available in the market. This will include single-engine aircraft through turbine-powered aircraft. Join us, Display tables available We are offering complimentary display tables and chairs to conference sponsors at the Silver level and above. This will afford the opportunity to meet with potential customers in a casual setting. Display tables remain open for the duration of the seminar (11:00-6:00). Seminar attendees will include youth, business owners and managers, and the general public. Our goal is to attract an audience of 500 people. all sponsors at the silver level and above will be sent a list of seminar attendees with contact information. schedule sunday, february 10, Caribe royale hotel 11:00 AM Seminar registration Display opens 1:00-3:00 PM Part 1 3:00-5:00 PM Part 2 6:00 PM Doors close personal aircraft FLY-inS Aircraft flying in should contact the Kissimmee gateway airport at 407-847-4600. The airport is located at 301 Dyer Blvd., Kissimmee FL 34741, seven miles from the Caribe Royale Hotel.
international Flight School operators Conference Sponsor/Exhibitor Registration 2013 6 Step 1: Complete your Profile Copy this form as needed and fill out STEP 1 for each person. Please print clearly. Check one: m Primary attending representative m Non-attending sponsor registrant m Additional attendee Name Title/Position Organization Address Last Your organization s name will appear this way. First City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Country Telephone ( ) Fax ( ) Email Product or service public learning experience Display Table February 10 m Yes, reserve a display table for us. (Only available to sponsors Silver and above, or FSANA flight school members) Step 2: Choose your commitment and Calculate payment Sponsors I am pleased to support the conference at the following level: m CSP $10,000 m Silver $3,000-4,999 m Platinum $7,500-9,999 m Bronze $1,000-2,999 m Gold $5,000-7,499 m Booster under $1,000 Exact sponsorship amount... $ Food & Beverage Event Sponsorship: m Yes, I have confirmed my event(s) by phone (610-791-4359). My event(s) are # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 (Circle #s that apply; see page 3 for event descriptions.) Food & Beverage Event Sponsorship total... $ Exhibitors and/or Aircraft Display (non-sponsors) Check one: m Conference exhibitor space $995 m Aircraft static display $995 m Both for $1,295 Exhibitor amount as checked... $ Electric hookup, if required: $70... $ Internet connection for exhibit, if required: $50... $ Additional Attendee Registrations @ $365/per*... $ * Exhibitors: One registration is included with your exhibitor fee. Sponsors: See benefits for number of complimentary registrations at your level. Grand Total... $ 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 # l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l Step 3: reply by fax or mail (see next page)
international Flight School operators Conference Sponsor/Exhibitor Registration 2013 7 continued from previous page Step 3: reply by fax or mail Fax your completed registration form(s) to: 610-797-8238 or mail form(s) and remittance to: Flight School Association of NA 3111 Arcadia Avenue, Allentown PA 18103 Step 4: Sponsors only Email your logo to us Now In order that we may reproduce your logo on conference materials, please attach a high resolution version of your color logo (PDF, JPEG, TIFF or EPS graphic file types) in an email to: info@fsana.com For help with Registration Contact the Flight School Association of North America by phone: 610-791-4359 by email: info@fsana.com on the Web: fsana.com The Business of Flight Training SM Photographs in this piece courtesy of Cessna Aircraft Company, Cirrus Design Corporation, Diamond Aircraft Industries, Flight Design USA, Jabiru USA Sport Aircraft LLC, Piper Aircraft Inc., Robinson Helicopter Company, Schweizer Aircraft Corporation