We look forward to seeing you at the following aviation events:
NAFI at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 NAFI will have a robust presence in two places at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this year. In addition to our usual location on the EAA grounds at Booth 354 (just east of Hangar B), NAFI will also be located the EAA Pilot Proficiency Center. At the EAA Pilot Proficiency Center...
Space Weather Effects on Aviation Presenter: Trey Cade, PhD Host: Bob Meder Description Space Weather can have numerous effects on safe aircraft operation, aircrews, and the National Airspace System. As the Next Generation Air Traffic Control System shifts to a reliance on more space-based systems, these effects could become more pronounced. Examples of past Space...
ForeFlight: Debrief Your Flight With Flight Data Analysis Presenter: Ryan Bohlander Host: Aaron Dabney Description Airlines and business aviation operators have long recognized the benefits of analyzing trends in flight data to enhance safety and improve operational efficiency. Similarly, flight schools are leveraging both the ForeFlight EFB and CloudAhoy's Flight Data Analysis (FDA) to...
Find Your Why: Promoting Volunteer Flying Presenter: Mark Hanson Host: Aaron Dabney Description Mark Hanson, President of Air Care Alliance, FAASTeam Safety Representative and avid volunteer pilot, will review simple but significant ways that instructors, flights schools and general aviation can both benefit from and contribute to public benefit flying. The importance of having a...
Current Hot Topics in FAA Medical Certification Presenter: Dr. Gregory Pinnell, Senior AME Host: Dr. Victor Vogel, CFI Description The aeromedical certification process can seem mysterious, and it demands no less attention to detail and diligence as other areas where airmen have responsibility. Flight instructors can better serve their customers-and ultimately, aviation safety-by staying informed...
The Next Generation of Recreational Flying - Sport Pilot 2.0 Presenter: Tom Charpentier, Government Relations Director, Experimental Aircraft Association Presenter: Sean Elliott, Vice President of Advocacy & Safety, Experimental Aircraft Association Host: Karen Kalishek Description MOSAIC is now on the books! Join Tom and Sean as they introduce and highlight how much will change...
One Hundred Episodes & Thousands of Lessons to Improve Aviation Training and Safety Presenter and Host: Aaron Dabney Description MentorLIVE is 100 episodes old! From humble beginnings as the NAFI Chairman’s Webinar through its evolution into the premier streamed broadcast for aviation educators, our program has always connected our members and the aviation public with...
Beyond Procedures: Training Mental Performance in Aviation Presenter: Tammy Barlette, Lt. Col. USAF (Ret.) Host: Karen Kalishek Description While aviation training emphasizes procedures, checklists, and technical proficiency, many performance breakdowns occur when pilots are under pressure rather than lacking knowledge. This presentation examines why mental performance skills such as confidence, focus, and stress management deserve...
Plan to join your peers, friends, and exhibitors at the next Flight School Operators Conference & Trade Show. Come learn, network, and meet government officials, supply chain partners, and others who interface with your industry. Nearly 20 professional sessions to choose from. Don’t miss out on the most important days of the year for your...