2016 Convention

CONVENTION GUIDE
THE ROOSEVELT HOTEL
NEW ORLEANS, LA
OCTOBER 5 - 9, 2016
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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MMOPA Sponsors
The Roosevelt Hotel
New Orleans Lakefront Airport (KNEW)
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FEATURED SPEAKERS
Erik Eliel
Story Musgrave
Jerry Cockrell
Educational Seminars
Vendor Displays
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COMPANIONS ACTIVITIES
Ground School
Flight Training Opportunity
Suggested Highlights
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MMOPA
Pre-Convention Tour
Companions Tour
MMSTF Live Auction
World War II Museum
2015 Photo Collage
Frequently Asked Questions
Schedule
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GOLD SPONSORS
Piper Aircraft, Inc.
And it’s Authorized Dealers:
Columbia Aircraft Sales
Cutter Piper Sales
Des Moines Flying Service, Inc.
Flightline Group, Inc.
Kansas City Aviation Center
Keystone Aviation, LLC
Muncie Aviation Company
SkyTech, Inc.
Texas Piper North/ South
Western Aircraft, Inc.
SILVER SPONSORS
Garmin
JetProp, LLC
Mead Aircraft Services
Midwest Malibu Center
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Simcom Training Centers
BRONZE SPONSORS
Aviation Tax Consultants
Falcon Insurance
Hardy Aviation Insurance
Honeywell/Bendix King
Jeppesen
jetAVIVA
Legacy Flight Training,LLC
MT -Propeller
Malibu Aerospace
The Trend Group
UVair Services
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THE ROOSEVELT HOTEL
The moment you enter the block-long canopy of golden columns and crystal
chandeliers, there’s little question that your stay will be anything short of grand.
One of the South’s first grand hotels, a $170 million historic restoration has
returned The Roosevelt to its place as the premier luxury hotel in New Orleans
and one of America’s grandest destinations.
Now a part of the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, this landmark
combines elegant guest rooms, historic dining and entertainment venues with
abundant and luxurious meeting spaces. New indulgences like the world-famous
Waldorf Astoria Spa make for a truly legendary experience in the heart of this
remarkable city.
The Roosevelt stands in the same place it has for more than 100 years, at the
heart of all the history, cuisine, entertainment and culture that made New
Orleans famous. Just past the hotel’s magnificent brass doors are the narrow
streets and old-world charm of the French Quarter. Stroll along the shop-lined
sidewalks of Royal Street. Immerse yourself in the constant buzz of activity at
Jackson Square. Let your ears take you from one club to the next as you soak in a
wealth of musical stylings at Preservation Hall or on Frenchmen Street. With the
St. Charles and Canal streetcar lines within blocks of The Roosevelt, the rest of
New Orleans is just a few stops away. Walk amongst the centuries-old live oaks
of City Park or marvel at the majestic homes of the historic Garden District.
When you stay at The Roosevelt, all of New Orleans is yours to explore.
The Roosevelt Hotel MMOPA Room Reservation Online Link:
Click Here to Reserve Your Room
Or
Dial 504-335-3138. Use rate code MMOPA
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NEW ORLEANS LAKEFRONT (KNEW)
NEW ORLEANS ONLY LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED FBO & THE OLDEST FBO ON KNEW
Our Philosophy: We lead because we hold ourselves to a higher standard. And we do it for one reason - to provide pilots
and passengers with the ultimate in safety, security and dependability.
Our Mission: To make New Orleans Lakefront Airport and Flightline First the gateway to New Orleans for corporate
and general aviation aircraft and to be the best FBO ever
We're dedicated to safety ... first, last and always: The safety of our client's passengers and aircraft is paramount
and the foundation for everything we do. It is the rationale behind our strict training and "zero tolerance" policy. When it
comes to safety, we never compromise.
We provide solutions: Many FBOs offer a full range of services, Flightline First does it with New Orleans hospitality
and charm.
We treat all our Guest and Pilots equally: Piston, turbo-prop or jet ... you are important to us because you are our
aviation family.
We provide superior service and value: What sets us apart? The total experience. We put our FBO at your beck and
call.
Ground transportation, in-flight catering, hospitality and dining reservations. We put safety, courtesy and value before
profit.
MMOPA has negotiated no landing, ramp or overnight fees. A discount on both Jet A & 100LL, with
minimum purchase, will be announced closer to the convention. If you do purchase the minimum
amount you will be subject to fee’s.
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FEATURED SPEAKERS
ERIK ELIEL
FRED HYMAN MEMORIAL LECTURE
THURSDAY OCTOBER 6, 2016
9:15AM - 10:30AM
Erik Eliel, founder and president of Radar Training
International, has been involved in aviation since 1979. His
earliest years as a professional aviator were as an Air Force
pilot flying the T-38, C-141, and the U-2. His interest with
radar began in 1991 while flying airlift and transport
missions to Europe, Africa, South America, and the
Middle East. In 1997, Erik was selected to join the cadre
of instructors at the Air Force Advanced Instrument
School in San Antonio, Texas, teaching advanced
instrument concepts to pilots representing, NASA, federal
law enforcement agencies, and all branches of the DOD.
It was here that Erik developed and taught the first-ever
formal weather radar course for Air Force pilots.
Erik’s early interest with weather radar and severe
convective weather was inspired by the work of industry
legends Bob Buck, Jim Cook, J.T. Lee, Archie Trammell,
and Dr. Fred Bates. Currently, his radar seminar is offered
both domestically and abroad and has been presented to
professional pilots representing the flight departments of
Fortune 500 companies, aviation associations, a major
airline, the military, as well as dispatchers and
meteorologists of aviation-related companies. He has been
called on by the manufacturers of airborne weather radar
systems to consult in the design, operational employment
of, and evaluation of their systems. His radar- and
weather-related articles have been published in the NBAA
Journal of Business Aviation and in Business &
Commercial Aviation. In addition, his input has been
solicited for safety-orientated publications such as the
Flight Safety Foundation’s magazine AeroSafety World.
Erik has over 13,000 hours of flying time and is currently
a line pilot for a major airline, logging more than 600
hours annually. He also maintains his CFI, CFII, and MEI
ratings. His company, Radar Training International,
maintains active memberships in multiple professional
flying organizations and associations including National
Business Aviation Association (NBAA), American
Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), and
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA).
STORY MUSGRAVE
SAFETY, QUALITY, LEADERSHIP, INSPIRATIONS
FRIDAY OCTOBER 7, 2016
10:30AM - 12:00 PM
Story Musgrave was born on a dairy farm in Stockbridge,
MA, and by age 3 wandered forests and floated homebuilt
rafts on the rivers. He rode combines at 5, drove trucks
and tractors at 10 and when alone in remote fields repaired
them by himself at age 13. Before finishing school, he ran
off to Korea with the U. S. Marines as an aircraft
electrician and engine mechanic. He flew with the Marines
and over the next 55 years accumulated 18,000 hours in
over 160 aircraft. As a parachutist, he has 800 free-falls. He
now has 7 graduate degrees in math, computers, chemistry,
medicine, physiology, literature and psychology, and 20
honorary doctorates - he’s the most formally educated
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astronaut with seven academic degrees. As a NASA
astronaut for over 30 years, he flew six space flights,
performed the first shuttle spacewalk on Challengers first
flight, piloted on an astronomy mission, conducted two
classified DOD missions, was the lead spacewalker on the
Hubble Telescope repair mission and on his last flight
operated an electronic chip manufacturing satellite on
Columbia. In 1996 he became only the second astronaut
to achieve the record of six spaceflights. He was also a
part-time trauma surgeon as an astronaut.
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FEATURED SPEAKERS
JERRY COCKRELL
HOW TO EXERCISE POOR JUDGEMENT & SURVIVE
SATURDAY OCTOBER 8, 2016
10:30AM - 12:00 PM
Jerry Cockrell is a psychologist, aviator, humorist and indemand speaker. His ‘down-home’ style and hilarious
anecdotes have charmed, educated and entertained
audiences around the world. This popular aviation
personality has an almost magical way of getting
important information across to diverse audiences while
captivating them with very real and very funny material.
Dr. Cockrell, a former Boeing 737 Captain, has over
20,000 flying hours including flying a Boeing 747-400 on
international routes for an FAR 121 carrier. He holds a
Ph.D. in Psychology and Education. Beginning his work in
1977, he was one of the earliest developers of Crew
Resource Management programs. Since that time he has
conducted more than 200 Crew Resource Management
and Check Airman Safety Seminars for such air carriers as:
United Parcel Service, Alaska Airlines, Air B.C., Air
Ontario, Frontier Airlines, Overseas National Airlines,
Mark Air, Reeves Aleutian Airways and Henson Airlines.
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Present day Teamwork programs originated with the
development of airline Crew Resource Management
training. Working on the forefront, Dr. Cockrell has been
leading the way with his unique CRM, human factor
and teamwork programs, inspiring others to follow. Jerry
has worked with corporate, government and aviation
groups including Mobil Oil, Arco, all branches of the
military, the US Coast Guard and the FBI.
Working as Director of Safety and Training for Mark Air,
he worked with their employees, including mechanics,
pilots and flight attendants. His Maintenance Management
Safety Seminars are the first to lead the way before
government NPRM for CRM and he is a respected
aviation Human Factors authority.
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EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS
Piper Update
Fred Hyman Memorial Lecture
Garmin Avionics Update
Ask the Avionics Experts Q&A
Safety, Quality, Leadership, Inspirations
Being Named as a Defendant in a Fatal Aviation Accident
Weather Analysis for Flight Planning
iPad Apps: Garmin Pilot, Foreflight & Others
Turbine Maintenance
Piston Maintenance
Mirage/Matrix Owners Roundtable
Malibu Owners Roundtable
Meridian Owners Roundtable
JetProp Owners Roundtable
Avoiding a Difficult IRS Exam
Cirrus Safety Program
How to Exercise Poor Judgement and Survive
MMOPA Membership Meeting
2016 Accident and Safety Review
MMOPA VENDOR DISPLAYS
LISTED BELOW ARE VENDORS THAT MAY BE EXHIBITING THIS YEAR
Advocate Aircraft Taxation
Airsure Limited
Air Journey
AmSafe, Inc.
Arizona Aircraft Accessories
Aviation Training Management LLC
Avidyne Corporation
BE Aerospace
Concorde Battery Corp.
Cutter Aviation
Dallas Airmotive
Eclipse International
Falcon Insurance Agency of California
FltPlan.com
Garmin International
Hardy Aviation Insurance, Inc.
Hartzell Propeller Service
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Heavans Landing
Honeywell/Bendix King
JetProp LLC
JP Instruments
Kestrel Aeroworks
Legacy Flight Training, LLC
Malibu Aerospace
Midwest Malibu Center
Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Pratt & Whitney Canada
SimCom Training Centers
Sun Aviation
Textron Lycoming
The Pilot Insurance Center
The Trend Group
UVair Services
Vero Beach Avionics
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MMOPA COMPANION TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
Your choice of Introductory Ground School - Advanced
Ground School - 1.5 hours practicing pattern flying &
landings at the airport in YOUR plane with an instructor
in the left seat.
This year for the companions ground school we are
changing the program up a little and will be offering two
different ground school courses. Legacy Flight Training
out of Vero Beach and Scottsdale will be providing Caitlin
McCarthy as the companions ground school instructor.
MOPA companions are welcome to attend one or both of
the courses as described below.
Caitlin is an instructor at Legacy in Vero Beach, Florida.
Caitlin joined the Legacy team in 2013 after spending six
years as the Chief Pilot for an engineering firm in
Jacksonville, FL. She has been an active flight instructor
since 2006, accruing almost 2,000 hours of dual given
time, with 400 of those hours in the PA-46. Caitlin enjoys
sharing her passion for aviation and travel with new and
seasoned aviators. She aims to make flying accessible to
people of all backgrounds with her clear, entertaining style
of communication and genuine enthusiasm for the
subject.
"The Empowered Passenger"
(Introductory Ground School) 2.5 hours
Thursday 9:30am -12:00pm
Provide a step by step approach to firmly comprehending
and applying the essential fundamentals to proactively
serve as an essential resource during all phases of flight
including challenging and critical scenarios. Most
importantly, the goal will be instilling confidence that
pilots and non-Pilots alike CAN be crew-members.
Beyond just staying out of the pilot's way, what you can do
to make the flight safer, easier and more enjoyable for
everyone. Topics may include: assisting with the preflight
inspection, proper loading of baggage and people, sterile
cockpit concept, traffic watch, basic radio phraseology and
how to listen effectively, aeromedical considerations, what
constitutes an "emergency," how to help in case of an
emergency (safety equipment, navigation, emergency
checklists, basic flying skills). We will also allow time for
discussion, possibly analyzing an accident where the
passenger could have been of assistance and mitigated the
situation or simply answering the participants "what if"
questions.
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"Partners in Flight”
(Advanced Ground School) 2.5 hours
Friday 9:30am - 12:00pm
Provide an introduction to the execution of instrument
approach procedures utilizing the aircraft’s onboard
equipment along with basic, disciplined aircraft control
techniques. The objective will be to instill confidence that
with a well-planned and rehearsed mindset, the use of
standardized flight deck flows and aircraft control will
yield a predictable and successful outcome in a variety of
scenarios. This training will also encourage one to assume
progressively active roles on future flights thus enabling
them to refine the skills previously acquired. This is an advanced course for those who have spent a lot
of time in the cockpit, perhaps even have a license. Topics
may include: PA-46 systems (with a focus on
pressurization) and the sounds, smells, sensations, aural
alerts and CAS messages/annunciators that may indicate a
problem; instrument theory including loading and flying
autopilot coupled approaches; basic weather theory and
planning; and helping the pilot make a good go/no-go
decision using the Risk Assessment Form developed by
Legacy Flight Training. This course will include a
discussion/analysis of an accident where the passenger's
action or inaction played some role in the event.
In both courses the participants will leave with a list of
questions to ask their pilot on their next flight, ranging
from simple: "can you please show me where the fire
extinguisher is located and how to use it?" to more
advanced "can I try to load, activate and arm the approach
with your help?" as appropriate.
The Introductory and Advanced Ground School 2.5 hour
courses are $150.00 for one or both. The 1.5 hour flying
session is $600.00 and INCLUDES one or both ground
school classes.
The flying sessions usually sell out quickly so register now
at www.mmopa.com. Both ground school classes have no
limit on attendance.
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COMPANIONS SUGGESTED HIGHLIGHTS
WEDNESDAY
9:30AM – 3:30PM
Pre-Convention Tour
(see page 11)
6:00PM - 8:30PM
Welcome Reception &
MMOPA Registration
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
8:00AM - 8:15AM
Welcome Remarks with
Manny Casiano
9:30AM – 11:30AM
Companions Flying
Sessions at Airport
By slot times only
(see page 9)
9:30AM – 11:30AM
Companions Flying
Sessions at Airport –
By slot times only
(see page 9)
9:30AM – 12:00PM
Companions Advanced
Ground School
(see page 9)
9:30AM – 3:30PM
Companions Tour
(see page 12)
7:00AM – 8:30AM
Breakfast with Vendors
9:15AM – 10:30AM
Fred Hyman Memorial
Lecture
9:30AM – 12:00PM
Companions Introductory
Ground School
(see page 9)
12:00PM – 1:00PM
Companions Get
Acquainted Lunch
1:30PM – 3:30PM
Companions Flying
Sessions at Airport
By slot times only
(see page 9)
4:00PM – 9:30PM
WWII Museum
(see page 13)
6:00PM – 7:00PM
Cocktails at US Freedom
Pavilion
7:00AM – 8:30AM
Breakfast with Vendors
7:00AM – 8:30AM
Breakfast with Vendors
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Featured Speaker:
Jerry Cockrell
(see page 7)
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Featured Speaker:
Story Musgrave
(see page 6)
12:00PM – 1:00PM
Lunch with Vendors
12:00PM – 1:00PM
Lunch with Vendors
1:30PM – 3:30PM
Companions Flying
Sessions at Airport
By slot times only
(see page 9)
1:30PM – 3:30PM
Companions Flying
Sessions at Airport
By slot times only
(see page 9)
6:00PM – 9:30PM
Dinner On Your Own in
New Orleans
6:00PM – 7:00PM
Cocktails
7:00PM – 9:30PM
Dinner & Live Auction
7:00PM – 9:30PM
Dinner at US Freedom
Pavilion
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MMOPA PRE-CONVENTION TOUR
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5TH 9:30AM - 3:30PM
Steamboat Natchez - 1st Stop
Experience New Orleans from the Mississippi River with a scenic cruise on the historic
Steamboat Natchez. Take a two-hour cruise from the heart of the French Quarter that takes
you back in time to the atmosphere of the Old South while enjoying a creole lunch onboard
and a Calliope Organ concert. Learn about New Orleans foundation as a harbor city.
The views of the New Orleans’ skyline from the Steamboat Natchez are picturesque. These
sights,
sounds, and smells of a cruise along the Mississippi create the perfect southern ambiance
expected from culturally-rich New Orleans.
Blaine Kerns Mardi Gras World - 2nd Stop
There are plenty of tours in New Orleans, but only one offers a real, behind-the-scenes look
at New Orleans Mardi Gras, and that’s the Mardi Gras World tour. Mardi Gras World gives
you an authentic Mardi Gras experience all year round. Our knowledgeable guides take the
mask off Mardi Gras with an all-access Mardi Gras tour, winding through the massive studio
where these magnificent floats are built from the ground up. You’ll learn about the history of
this unique and festive tradition and go beyond its reputation to get a deeper understanding
of the real Mardi Gras. You will love the experience of touring the space where our artisans
create spectacular floats for over 40 parades each year.
THIS TOUR INCLUDES:
PRIVATE MOTOR COACH - PRIVATE GUIDE - LUNCH - ALL APPLICABLE TAXES & GRATUITIES
THE COST OF THIS TOUR IS $99.00 PER PERSON
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MMOPA COMPANIONS TOUR
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8TH 10:00AM - 3:30PM
Oak Alley Plantation
Come Enjoy Her Beauty and Dream of Her Rich Past!
At the time Oak Alley was built, the River Region sugar industry was flourishing, and a chain of
stately plantations and their homes that lined the banks of the Mississippi. Too many of these
plantation homes since have been devoured by the passage of time, exposure to the elements
and mankind’s struggle to move on, but Oak Alley remains as a testimonial to the old South’s
golden age. There is a simple authenticity about her grandeur that reassures and frees the mind
to contemplate and appreciate all facets of her existence. She offers the enchantment of one way
of life without compromising the significance of another. Here indeed is something for
everyone.
Her restoration in 1925 by Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Stewart was carefully planned so that the
inclusion of modern plumbing and kitchen facilities would conform to the original architectural
format. In restoring something of beauty one assumes the responsibility of resisting the
temptation to add little “improvements”.
Adaptive restoration is somewhat more permissive, but at no time should it lose sight of the
importance of preserving the very essence of the original. Inasmuch as the success of such a
venture tends to be measured more by the lack of fundamental architectural changes rather than
by the quantity, no matter how ingenious they might be, it is interesting to note that the Stewarts’
efforts at Oak Alley resulted in what many architects regard as the finest remaining example
of adaptive restoration.
Shortly before her death in 1972, Josephine Armstrong Stewart created the Oak Alley
Foundation,
a non-profit, charitable, literary, educational trust, so that, through the love and support of those
who value a region’s link to the past, the mansion and 25 acres of grounds would endure.
After arriving at the Plantation we will have a guided tour for 1 hour followed by a private
luncheon. After lunch we will have another hour for a self-guided tour and historical discovery
of the surrounding grounds.
THIS TOUR INCLUDES:
PRIVATE MOTOR COACH - PRIVATE GUIDE - LUNCH - ALL APPLICABLE TAXES & GRATUITIES
THE COST OF THIS TOUR IS $99.00 PER PERSON
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DINNER AND MMOPA LIVE AUCTION
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7TH 7:00PM - 9:30PM
Dear MMOPA Member or Vendor:
Please be generous this year when considering any contributions to the Malibu Mirage Safety & Training Foundation
Auction. The auction proceeds this year will again be used for the MMSTF programs.
If you have attended any of the MMSTF programs you are quite aware of the magnificent job that it does in keeping you
well trained in your aircraft.
This year we are asking you to donate items for our MMSTF auction so that we may be able to continue this priceless
member benefit. Take time to think of how much knowledge you receive from these programs at such a low cost.
Listed below are some items that have been donated in the past. Also please remember that all cash & items donated to the
auction are tax deductible.
If you wish to donate something of value or wish to make a cash contribution, please fill out the form on page 4 of the
registration packet and fax or mail it back to me before September 30th, 2016 and I will contact you. If you have any
questions regarding a donation for the auction, please contact me and I will be happy to assist you.
* Donations of the use of your second home or vacation property for a week end to a week
* Aircraft accessories * Power Tools * Discounts on flight training * Resort & Hotel rooms
* Free fuel fill ups at various FBO’s * Maintenance certificates * Gift certificates *Head sets, tires, etc
Thank you for your support,
Bill Alberts, Convention Coordinator alberts46@gmail.com Phone: (843)785-9358 Fax (866) 445-8171
WORLD WAR II MUSEUM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6TH 3:30PM - 9:00PM
The War that Changed the World
Why it was Fought, How it was Won, and What it Means Today
The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed the world–why it was
fought, how it was won, and what it means today–so that all generations will understand the price of freedom and be
inspired.
The National WWII Museum in New Orleans opened on June 6, 2000, as The National D-Day Museum. Founded by
historian and author, Stephen Ambrose, the Museum tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed
the world — why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today — so that all generations will understand the
price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn. In 2003, Congress officially designated us as America’s National
WWII Museum. The National WWII Museum is an private 501c3 corporation.
Designated by Congress in 2003 as the America’s National WWII Museum, the campus includes the Louisiana Memorial
Pavilion, showcasing the large artifacts of the war and exhibits on D-Day at Normandy, the Home Front and the Pacific;
the Solomon Victory Theater, a 4D theater showing the exclusive Tom Hanks production, Beyond All Boundaries; the
Stage Door Canteen, where the music and entertainment of the “Greatest Generation” comes to life; the John E. Kushner
Restoration Pavilion, where staff and volunteers restore artifacts in public view; the American Sector restaurant and Soda
Shop — delicious onsite dining options by Chef John Besh; and the new US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center, where
exhibits and interactive experiences paint the picture of a nation mobilized for war.
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2015 25TH ANNIVERSARY MMOPA CONVENTION
COEUR D’ ALENE, ID
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT IF ATTENDING THE
ANNUAL MEETING FOR THE FIRST TIME?
The MMOPA annual Convention is one of the premier
aircraft owner meetings in the world. You will be
impressed with the quality of the seminars, tours, social
events and organization of the total event. Every little
detail is well planned in advance and those that attend the
meeting almost always return. Both the pilots and
companions make many new friendships at the
conventions.
WHAT DOES THE REGISTRATION FEE COVER?
The registration fee covers all food from Wednesday night
through Saturday lunch. It also includes transportation
during the official arrival and departure times, gifts,
seminars, etc. You should not have any extra expenses
except your room, shopping and beverages.
DO I HAVE TO PAY FOR MY SPOUSE OR GUESTS?
Yes. The majority of the money spent on the MMOPA
Annual Meeting is for food, transportation, etc., therefore
everyone must pay the registration fee.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO ARRIVE & DEPART
THE CONVENTION?
You should arrive at the convention no later than
Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. if you wish to make all the
seminars and events.
WILL MY COMPANION HAVE PLANNED ACTIVITIES?
MMOPA is a very active proponent of companion
activities. The companions attending the convention have
many activities to choose from. We are offering a
companions ground school and the option for a 2 hour
companions flying training session in your plane (see page
9). Please look at Page 10 in this brochure for the
companions suggested highlights. MMOPA has also
planned a companions get acquainted luncheon on
Thursday October 6th.
WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE FOR THE CONVENTION?
•Friday Auction Dinner: though not required, many
gentlemen will either wear a jacket or suit, and most ladies
will prefer a cocktail dress.
•All other Convention events are country club casual.
DO I HAVE TO PAY THE FULL REGISTRATION FEE IF
I CAN ONLY ATTEND A DAY OR TWO?
Yes. There are many costs that are incurred whether
someone attends for one day or the entire Convention. As
such, we have just one registration fee
WHAT IF I HAVE TO CANCEL AFTER REGISTERING?
Regular registrations are 100% refundable if you cancel
before September 4th. After September 4th there will be
no refunds.
DO I NEED TO RENT A CAR FOR THE CONVENTION?
Normally, no. Free transportation is provided to/from the
airport FBO and The Hotel on Tuesday & Wednesday
(11:00-7:00), and on Sunday (6:30-12:00). If you arrive or
depart outside of those windows, your options are to get a
taxi or rent a car.
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2016
ALL DAY
TOPIC
11:00am
KNEW > The Roosevelt Shuttle Service
7:00pm
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2016
ALL DAY
TOPIC
9:30am
3:30pm
Pre-Convention Tour
11:00am
7:00pm
KNEW > The Roosevelt Shuttle Service
3:00pm
5:00pm
MMOPA Registration
6:30pm
8:30pm
Welcome Reception & MMOPA Registration
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2016
MORNING
TOPIC
SPEAKER
7:00am
8:30am
Breakfast with Vendors
7:00am
3:30pm
Vendor Exhibits & MMOPA Registration
8:00am
8:15am
Welcome Remarks
Manny Casiano
8:15am
9:15am
Piper Update
Simon Caldecott
9:15am
10:30am
Fred Hyman Memorial Lecture
Better To Be Good Than Lucky
Erik Eliel
9:30am
12:00pm
Companions Introductory Ground Seminar
Caitlin McCarthy
10:30am
11:00am
Break with Vendors
11:00am
12:00pm
Attitude, Awareness and Authority
12:00pm
1:00pm
Lunch with Vendors
12:00pm
1:00pm
Companions Get Acquainted Luncheon
Erik Eliel
AFTERNOON
TOPIC
SPEAKER
1:00pm
2:00pm
Garmin Avionics Update
Chris Bauer
1:30pm
3:30pm
Companions Flying Slots (By slot times only)
2:00pm
3:00pm
Ask the Instructors Q&A
3:30pm
4:00pm
Busses Depart for WWII Museum
4:00pm
5:00pm
WWII Museum Louisiana Memorial Pavilion
5:00pm
5:45pm
Movie First Showing - Beyond all Boundaries
6:00pm
6:45pm
Movie Second Showing - Beyond all Boundaries
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2016 (CONTINUED)
EVENING
TOPIC
6:00pm
7:15pm
Cocktails
7:15pm
9:30pm
Dinner
9:00pm
9:30pm
Busses Depart for The Roosevelt
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2016
MORNING
TOPIC
SPEAKER
7:00am
8:30am
Breakfast with Vendors
7:00am
3:30pm
Vendor Exhibits & MMOPA Registration
7:30am
8:00am
Breakfast Seminar presented by Jeppesen
8:00am
9:00am
Being Named as a Defendant in a Fatal Aviation
Accident: One Member's Experience Involving
Two PA-46 Aircraft and 5 Fatalities
Joe Lechtanski &
Randy James
9:00am
10:00am
Weather Analysis for Flight Planning
Bryan Heitman
10:00am
10:30am
Break with Vendors
9:30am
11:30am
Companions Flying Slots (By slot times only)
9:30am
12:00pm
Companions Advanced Ground Seminar
Caitlin McCarthy
10:30am
12:00pm
Safety, Quality, Leadership, Inspirations
Story Musgrave, MD, Astronaut
12:00pm
1:00pm
Lunch with Vendors
AFTERNOON
TOPIC
SPEAKER
1:00pm
2:00pm
iPad Apps: Garmin Pilot, Foreflight & Others
Paul Sanchez
1:30pm
3:30pm
Companions Flying Slots (By slot times only)
2:00pm
3:30pm
Turbine Maintenance Issues
Kevin Mead
2:00pm
3:30pm
Piston Maintenance Issues
Chad Menne
3:30pm
4:00pm
Break with Vendors
4:00pm
5:00pm
Mirage/Matrix Owners Roundtable
Jon Sisk
4:00pm
5:00pm
Malibu Owners Roundtable
Bart Bartlett
4:00pm
5:00pm
Meridian Owners Roundtable
Joe Lechtanski
4:00pm
5:00pm
JetProp Owners Roundtable
Darwin Conrad
EVENING
TOPIC
6:00pm
7:00pm
Cocktails
7:00pm
9:30pm
Dinner & Live Auction (Jackets Optional)
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2016
MORNING
TOPIC
SPEAKER
7:00am
8:30am
Breakfast with Vendors
7:00am
1:00pm
Vendor Exhibits & MMOPA Registration
8:00am
9:00am
Avoiding a Difficult IRS Exam
Lou Meiners & Susanne
Meiners - Levy
9:00am
10:00am
Cirrus Safety Program
Rick Beach
9:30am
3:00pm
Companions Tour
9:30am
11:30am
Companions Flying Slots (By slot times only)
10:00am
10:30am
Break with Vendors
10:30am
12:00pm
How to Exercise Poor Judgement and Survive
12:00pm
1:00pm
Lunch and Last Chance To Visit With Vendors
Jerry Cockrell
AFTERNOON
TOPIC
SPEAKER
1:00pm
2:00pm
TBA
1:30pm
3:30pm
Companions Flying Slots (By slot times only)
2:00pm
2:15pm
Break
2:15pm
3:30pm
MMOPA Membership Meeting
MMOPA Board
3:30pm
5:00pm
2016 Accident and Safety Review
Manny Casiano
EVENING
TOPIC
6:00pm
Dinner On Your Own in New Orleans
9:30pm
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2016
ALL DAY
TOPIC
6:30am
The Roosevelt > KNEW Shuttle Service
11:30am
AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICE
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2016
6:30AM
7:30AM
8:30AM
9:30AM
10:30AM
11:30AM
CONVENTION GUIDE
7:00AM
8:00AM
9:00AM
10:00AM
11:00AM
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