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recent and upcoming regulatory devel- opments, attendees will have an oppor- tunity to ask questions about aviation policy matters impacting their operation and the industry as a whole. Bring on the Future: AI, Urban Mobility and Business Aviation Time: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. What once was speculation has be- come fact: the future of aviation will be driven by artificial intelligence and eVTOL machines moving people within cities. These technologies bring seemingly unlimited potential for re- shaping how we interact with the world. How can business aviation safely har- ness the power of game-changing tech- nologies to produce tangible results and increased revenue? Are there potential unintended consequences to consid- er? In this ripped-from-the-headlines your investment? A must-attend session for managers and maintenance per- sonnel, this session will discuss meth- ods and practices to help with aircraft sustainment beyond warranty, including approaching aircraft modifications with longevity in mind and opportunities to implement repairs on the aircraft to keep it operationally relevant into the future. Friends & Partners in Aviation Weather (Day 1 of 2) Time: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. This meeting gives aviation weather information providers an opportunity to hear directly from the user commu- nity about their most important short- and long-term weather-related issues. Don’t miss this chance to participate in discussions that will motivate action on these important topics. session, our panel of widely respected experts will cut through the hype to give you a common sense look at what AI and eVTOL aircraft mean for the future of the industry. Wednesday, October 23 Plane Cents: Increasing Your Aircraft’s Life Cycle Time: 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. As aircraft age and go past warranty, obsolescence of parts, maintenance and engineering support are facts of life that generally limit the aircraft’s life cycle. But what if you could prolong that life cycle, delivering increased value on Sustainable Aviation Fuels: The Future is Now Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sustainable alternative jet fuel is now available and federally approved for use in operations. But contributing to en- vironmental stewardship in a tangible way, what is the incentive for operators to consider this technology when mak- ing purchasing decisions? Our panel of subject matter experts will set the record straight, honestly discussing benefits and potential drawbacks of this exciting movement, as well as break down tech- nical elements of SAJF and its approved process for daily operations. Thursday, October 24 Friends & Partners in Aviation Weather (Day 2 of 2) Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (See description from Day 1). NBAA National Safety Forum Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Join NBAA for its fifth annual National Safety Forum on Oct. 24 in Las Vegas, NV. This premier business aviation safety event will focus on the pursuit of excellence in airman- ship while operating in our ever more automated world. As noted in several recent mishaps, maintenance and im- provement of these skills continue to be critical when automated systems malfunction. Our expert speakers and panels will be conducting a detailed examination of what defines excellence in airmanship, including basic “stick and rudder,” effective CRM, automation management, and decision points on when to disengage automated systems, as well as how to set up an effective con- tinuing airmanship education program for your team. NBAA-BACE Hours Exhibit Halls and Indoor Static Display of Aircraft Tuesday, Oct. 22 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Static Display of Aircraft at Henderson Executive Airport Tuesday, Oct. 22 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 28 • TWIN & TURBINE / October 2019 Photo Courtesy of NBAA