AOPA’s annual Expo opens today in Palm Springs, Calif., with a sold-out exhibit hall and a jam-packed schedule of events. With the theme “AOPA looks to the future,” the three-day show highlights technological advances and regulatory issues that will affect GA in the years ahead. FAA Administrator Marion Blakey will address attendees tomorrow, and other sessions will feature AOPA President Phil Boyer and top industry leaders. Expect lots of talk about user fees and what this week’s election returns might have regarding this agenda. The exhibit hall is filled with displays from about 500 aircraft manufacturers, showing avionics, flight gear, navigation tools, flight-training services and more. Additionally, more than 60 hours of seminars are scheduled. AOPA will also be recruiting members to volunteer as mentors for flight students in the Project Pilot program.
AOPA Expo 2006: Focus On The Future
Key Takeaways:
- AOPA's annual Expo is opening in Palm Springs, Calif., with a "AOPA looks to the future" theme, highlighting technological advances and regulatory issues affecting General Aviation.
- The three-day event will feature discussions on user fees and regulatory impacts, with addresses from FAA Administrator Marion Blakey and AOPA President Phil Boyer.
- The Expo includes a sold-out exhibit hall with nearly 500 manufacturers, over 60 hours of seminars, and recruitment for the Project Pilot mentor program.
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