Thursday, November 2nd
Forum 1
9:30a
Charlie Becker/EAA -- Building Your Own Aircraft 101
This seminar is designed to give you an overview of the entire aircraft building process, discuss the relevant FAA rules, and to dispel some of the common misconceptions involved in building your own aircraft. This seminar is invaluable for anyone desiring to build an airplane.
11:00a
Brian Hupe/Garmin -- Garmin Team X Avionics Solutions
Join us for an in depth look at Garmin’s industry leading flight systems for experimental aircraft featuring Garmin G3X Touch. This seminar will cover many topics including displays, autopilot systems, datalink weather, traffic surveillance, ADS-B ”Out,“ ”ADS-B ”In“ traffic and weather, geo-referenced charting and more.
2:00p
Sebastian Heintz/Zenith -- Building Your Own All Metal Aircraft
One of the country’s leading experts discusses how building your own aircraft (from a kit) is a lot easier and more affordable than many realize. Discussion will cover the needed skills and tools, as well as budget and time.
3:30p
Phil Lockwood/Lockwood Aviation -- Overview of Rotax 912/914
Learn service and operating tips on the Rotax 912/914 including the latest oil and fuel recommendations. From the #1 Rotax Service Center in the Americas, Phil will also answer questions about the new Rotax 915 Turbo.
Thursday, November 2nd
Forum 2
9:30a
Rand Vollmer/Pipistel – Soar in a Touring Motorglider
Learn reasons you should consider a Touring Motorglider (TMG) - 3 aircraft in one: Excellent Trainers, Soaring Platforms, and Cross Country.
11:00a
Doug DalSoglio/NORAD -- TRF's & ADIZ-How to Avoid a Fighter Escort
Military airspace, TFRs, and ADIZ. What to expect and what to do if intercepted by the military.
WINGS CREDIT
2:00p
Kirk Kleinholz/Dynon – Dynon Avionics for the Certified Aircraft
In 2015, the EAA pioneered the path for Experimental avionics to be installed in Certified aircraft, with an STC for Dynon’s award-winning EFIS-D10A. Dynon is building on that success with STC applications for the SkyView HDX system of integrated avionics. Kirk Kleinholz will discuss Dynon’s progress on STCs for the Cessna 172N and Beechcraft Baron B58 and plans for expanding the STC to other certified aircraft. Bring all your questions to learn when your certified aircraft will finally have the chance to fly into the 21st Century!
3:30p
Lou Mancusso/Bristell -- LSA Buying and Flying Tips
What to look for when buying an LSA and LSA flying safety tips, by the
Author of "The Personal Limitations Checklist, Fly like a Pro".
Friday, November 3rd
Forum 1
9:30a
Brian Hupe/Garmin -- Garmin Team X Avionics Solutions
Join us for an in depth look at Garmin’s industry leading flight systems for experimental aircraft featuring Garmin G3X Touch. This seminar will cover many topics including displays, autopilot systems, datalink weather, traffic surveillance, ADS-B ”Out,“ ”ADS-B ”In“ traffic and weather, geo-referenced charting and more.
11:00a
Steve McCaughey/Seaplane Pilots Association -- Seaplanes 101
What you need to know to pursue a Seaplane Rating and complete Condensed Ground School, delivered by the Executive Director of SPA.
2:00p
Greg Ellsworth/Aviation Insurance Resources -- What You Need to Know: Aviation Insurance
Am I covered? A common question but often misunderstood. Answers to this question and more at the forum.
3:30p
Pahan Ramasingha/Avionics Installations Inc. -- ADS-B Overview and Q & A
An overview of the 2020 ADS-B mandate, as well as who it applies to, and where it's required.
FAA-AMT Credit
Friday, November 3rd
Forum 2
9:30a
Phil Lockwood/Lockwood Aviation -- Overview of Rotax 912/914
Learn service and operating tips on the Rotax 912/914 including the latest oil and fuel recommendations. From the #1 Rotax Service Center in the Americas, Phil will also answer questions about the new Rotax 915 Turbo.
11:00a
Mike Zidziunas/Lakeland Aero Club -- Making Tomorrow’s Greatest Aviators…Today
How a High School flying club inspirs better citizens and a brighter future through aviation.
2:00p
Kirk Kleinholz/Dynon -- The Magic Behind Your Glass Panel
Learn about the technology that makes electronic flight information systems affordable and practical for small, general aviation aircraft. Attendees will obtain a better understanding of the internal workings of these instruments, how they offer better reliability, affordable redundancy, and great situational awareness than analog flight instruments.
3:30p
Virginia Roland/Embry Riddle Aeronautical University -- The Embry Riddle Experience
Learn about the day to day experiences of a student at one of the Nation’s leading Aeronautic Universities, shared by an Embry Riddle professor.
Saturday, November 4th
Forum 1
9:30a
Sebastian Heintz/Zenith -- Building Your Own All Metal Aircraft
One of the country’s leading experts discusses how building your own aircraft (from a kit) is a lot easier and more affordable than many realize. Discussion will cover the needed skills and tools, as well as budget and time.
11:00a
Samantha Harrison/Atlantic H.S. Aerospace Academy -- Sharks Build a Plane
The Aerospace Academy Director and her students will deliver an introduction to how their H.S. became involved in this project, what has happened so far: challenges and successes. View a brief video of their workspace and progress.
2:00p
Lou Mancusso/Bristell -- LSA Buying and Flying Tips
What to look for when buying an LSA and LSA flying safety tips, by the
Author of "The Personal Limitations Checklist, Fly like a Pro".
3:30p
Pahan Ramasingha/Avionics Installations Inc. -- ADS-B Overview and Q & A
An overview of the 2020 ADS-B mandate, as well as who it applies to, and where it's required.
FAA-AMT Credit
Saturday, November 4th
Forum 2
9:30a
Rand Vollmer/Pipistel – Soar in a Touring Motorglider
Learn reasons you should consider a Touring Motorglider (TMG) - 3 aircraft in one: Excellent Trainers, Soaring Platforms, and Cross Country.
11:00a
Doug DalSoglio/NORAD -- TRF's & ADIZ-How to Avoid a Fighter Escort
Military airspace, TFRs, and ADIZ.
What to expect and what to do if intercepted by the military.
WINGS CREDIT
2:00p
Charlie Becker/EAA -- Building Your Own Aircraft 101
This seminar is designed to give you an overview of the entire aircraft building process, discuss the relevant FAA rules, and to dispel some of the common misconceptions involved in building your own aircraft. This seminar is invaluable for anyone desiring to build an airplane.
3:30p
Kirk Kleinholz/Dynon – Dynon Avionics for the Certified Aircraft
In 2015, the EAA pioneered the path for Experimental avionics to be installed in Certified aircraft, with an STC for Dynon’s award-winning EFIS-D10A. Dynon is building on that success with STC applications for the SkyView HDX system of integrated avionics. Kirk Kleinholz will discuss Dynon’s progress on STCs for the Cessna 172N and Beechcraft Baron B58 and plans for expanding the STC to other certified aircraft. Bring all your questions to learn when your certified aircraft will finally have the chance to fly into the 21st Century!