2025 Northwest Aviation Conference & trade Show by Imagination

Welcome to the Show

JAMELLE GARCIA

Executive Director Washington Aviation Association

Welcome to the Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show! On behalf of the Washington Aviation Association, I would like to extend a warm welcome to each of you attending our aviation conference.

We are thrilled to have you join us for a dynamic gathering of aviation enthusiasts, innovators, and inspirational leaders. This year, we are honored to “Welcome Aboard”

Darren Pleasance, AOPA’s sixth president and chief executive, as a keynote speaker. Pleasance has over 8,000 hours in more than 80 different types of aircraft.

Over the two days, Rachel has curated an engaging lineup of keynote speakers, panel discussions, and presentations that will inspire and spark curiosity about exploring new ideas and building connections that can last a lifetime.

As you navigate the conference, the schedule is packed with insightful sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to broaden your horizons and foster collaboration.

We encourage you to actively participate, ask questions, and maximize this unique opportunity. We are so grateful for the ongoing support and generosity of our sponsors, speakers, vendors, and volunteers.

Your presence is vital to making this event a resounding success.

HOURS

FEB 22 | Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

FEB 23 | Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

ADMISSION $10/day, kids under 17 FREE Purchase 2 day ATTENDEE Lanyard – $15/ order online and pick up at Will Call. WASHINGTONAVIATION.ORG

Parking FREE in the BLUE LOT Showplex, Washington State Fair and Events Center

PROGRAM PRODUCTION: Rachel Hansen, rachel@nwevent.org | 360-427-5599 | Cover Photo Credit: John Hansen

Directions

From the South on I-5 – I-5 North, exit at Hwy 512, #127; 8 miles to the exit marked 9th St. SW. Left, follow signs to Fair. FREE parking in the Blue Lot.

From the North on I-5 – I-5 South, exit #135; first stop light turn right to Pioneer Way E; 5.2 miles to 72nd St. E. Left, 1.9 miles to 5th St. SW. Right to 5th St. SW and follow signs to Fair.

Conference Schedule HIGHLIGHTS

Rachel

Hansen,

Event

Coordinator

WASHINGTON AVIATION ASSOCIATION

We are excited to be able to offer a brand new line up of interesting, relevant, and dare I say, VERY IMPORTANT, aviation content as part of the 2025 speaker schedule. In fact, if you like aviation, there is likely something for everyone from the student pilot to seasoned aviators hoping to refresh their skills.

Our speakers are pretty wonderful. Not only are they easy to work with, accommodating to a fault, but also, just think about the dedication to the industry! These annual presenters volunteering time, educational spirit and dedication to the safety and prosperity of the industry are integral to the success of this event. Thank you.

This year every gathering space is filled for every hour of the event hosting aviation topics from airplane maintenance to spin training. While we will miss a few of the regulars due to scheduling conflicts (they’ll be back next year, they promised), we are especially honored to welcome some new speakers at the event.

This will be the first time for presenter, Jolie Lucas. A pilot/psychologist from San Luis Obispo, CA, she is on the speaker track at all the big shows, this will be her first time presenting in Puyallup.

We’re also pleased to welcome Sammy Karmaniolos who is the supervisor at JFK Airport Tower. According to JJ Greenway, she’s a very good presenter, and she has a lot of pertinent info in her presentations. She brings a lot to the table as far as VFR operations in Class Bravo airspace, a hot-button issue for pilots at the NW show.

Know any kids that have an interest in aviation? Hoping to advance your career in the field? If you know someone (high school, college or career change) who could benefit from insider straight talk on what the best path is for a successful career in aviation, tell them about the Northwest Aviation Career Forum sessions.

Coordinated by John Swedburg, Professor Emeritus at Big Bend Community College and long time supporter of the Northwest Aviation Conference, these sessions use conference resources to present a dialogue-based career workshop Saturday and Sunday.

2025 Speaker Line up

BRUCE WILLIAMS

SAT, FEB 22 @ 10:30 AM | KEYNOTE

Mastering Your New Avionics: Techniques to help you learn and stay ahead of glass and hybrid panels.

SUN, FEB 23 @ 11:30 AM | KEYNOTE

Sipping Information from the Right Glass: Customizing your panel and EFB displays.

Aviation Author Bruce Williams (CFII, FAASTeam) is the owner of BruceAir, LLC, an aviation consulting, training, and pilot-services company based in Seattle. A pilot since the early 1970s, and he is a certified flight instructor and FAASTeam representative. Today, Bruce focuses on training in technically advanced aircraft, the Beechcraft Bonanza series, and stall/spin/upset recovery courses in aerobatic aircraft. During a 15-year career at Microsoft, Bruce worked on six versions of Microsoft Flight Simulator. In the 1980s, he edited the Western Flyer (now the General Aviation News). Bruce is also the author of two books about using PC-based simulation to complement flight training, plus many features on a variety of topics for aviation-focused periodicals. Bruce publishes an aviation blog at BruceAir.

Bruce Williams is a regular speaker at the Northwest Aviation Conference and we value his commitment to the event and our attendees.

TOM ROGERS

SAT, FEB 22 @ 10:30 AM | PIONEER SUN, FEB 23 @ 11:30 AM | PIONEER

Non-Towered Airport Operations

Much has changed in recently regarding non-towered airport operations. Discussion on current regulations and practices, and review the non-towered pattern, including entries, exits, and right of way. Tom will wrap it up with his suggestions for keeping safe in a busy pattern.

PILOT SAFETY

Tom is a retired Alaska Airlines Captain and Retired AF F-15 Four-ship flight lead and instructor. Currently Tom teaches tailwheel instruction, CFI candidate spin training, Upset Prevention and Recovery training and a basic aerobatic course at Olde Thyme Aviation, Bremerton. He is also a skilled Stearman Waco Bi-plane and AT-6 pilot, as well as being a National Association of Flight Instructors Master CFI, recipient of the Wright Brothers Master Pilot award, and an FAA Safety Team Representative.

JOHN SWEDBURG

John Swedburg has been an active flight instructor since 1974. In 2014 he retired from full time flight instruction at the commercial pilot flight training program at Big Bend Community College. John continues to share his love of aviation and teaching at various education events including

managing and presenting at the Northwest Aviation Career Forum each year. John holds an ATP SMEL, a Commercial SES; CFI-ASME&I, A & IGI; and 107 Remote Pilot. He has over 16,000 hours of instruction given, and has taught in 58 FIRCs in the Seattle area. His aviation career has included responsibilities as a flight instructor, ground instructor, chief flight instructor, Aviation Division Chairman, Airman Certification Representative, Aviation Safety Counselor, and FAASTeam representative.

Swedburg is the pivotal force behind the success of the Aviation Career Forum at the NWAC. John is passionate about teaching and sharing access to aviation careers to all. Along with his Weight and Balance seminars each afternoon, Swedburg will be leading the student career workshop each day in which he makes himself readily accessible to students and educators. Thank you, John!

SAT, FEB 22 @ 9:30 AM | SOUTH FOYER SUN, FEB 23 @ 10:30 AM | SOUTH FOYER

Introduction to Aviation Career Interactive workshop overview of aviation, careers, piloting and paths to aviation.

SAT @ 4:30 PM | SUN @ 2:30 PM

Practical importance of Weight and Balance

TREVOR MOODY

Trevor Moody has been a Command Pilot with Angel Flight West since 2014. He received his private pilot certificate in 2008 and since then has gone on to get his instrument rating, commercial single and multiengine, and advanced ground instructor certificates. The focus of his seminar (along with Ricardo Lagos) will be to provide an overview of volunteer flying with Angel Flight West. The Pacific Northwest is a particularly busy region for Angel Flight West in part due to major healthcare facilities in Seattle.

EXPLORE

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Keynote Presentations

JOLIE LUCAS

Jolie Lucas learned to fly in the Pacific Northwest and now makes her home on the Central Coast of California with her mini-Golden, Mooney. Jolie is a Mooney owner, licensed psychotherapist, and instrument-rated commercial pilot. Jolie is a nationally-known aviation speaker, educator, and aviation writer. Jolie has been a practicing licensed psychotherapist for 33 years. She co-founded Right Seat Ready! companion safety seminar and founded Pilot Plus One weekend safety seminar. She is the Vice President of the California Pilots Association. She is the 2010 AOPA Joseph Crotti Award recipient for GA Advocacy.

CECILIA ARAGON

Presentation

SAT, FEB 22 @ 2:15 PM | KEYNOTE & SUN, FEB 23 @ 1:00 PM, KEYNOTE

INTO THE ALLIGATOR’S MOUTH

Psychology of Personal Flight Minimums Learn about the psychology of decision-making and developing personal guidelines for your flying. Lucas created this safety seminar after interviewing thirteen pilots from 250 hours to 25,000 hours, reviewing how they developed personal flight guides in the airplane. This fast paced, multi-media presentation includes door prizes from Lightspeed Aviation, King Schools, LIFT Aviation, Pilot Safety.Org, Avemco, METAR Maps, and Flying Eyes Optics. Come join the discussion and add a level of comfort and safety to your flying.

Aragon is an award-winning author, airshow pilot, and the first Latina to earn the rank of Full Professor in the College of Engineering at the University of Washington in its 100-year history. She’s worked with Nobel Prize winners and has taught astronauts to fly. Her innovative research, and a stint at NASA designing software for Mars missions, led President Obama to call her “one of the top scientists and engineers in the country.”

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The first Latina pilot on the United States Unlim

ited Aerobatic Team, representing her country at the Olympics of aviation, the World Aerobatic Championships

PILOT SAFETY GENERAL AVIATION

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In addition to her love of math and science, she’s passionate about helping others face their own fears and challenges to achieve their goals.

Her award-winning memoir, Flying Free (2020), shares her journey of breaking past her own fears to become a champion aerobatic pilot. It debuted on five bestseller lists and is a TODAY Show and Hip Latina Recommended Read.

Her 2019 book, Writers in the Secret Garden, takes a close look at the fascinating world of fanfiction to explore how young people express themselves. Her latest book, Human-Centered Data Science (2022), is an accessible guide to best practices for addressing bias and inequality in data science and artificial intelligence.

Presentation

DANCING WITH GRAVITY: Essential Spin Training Skills

ARAGON | FEB 23 @ 2:30 PM | KEYNOTE

Participants will learn to identify the four stages of a spin and understand the differences between incipient, accelerated, and flat spins. Through analysis of case studies, we’ll demonstrate proven recovery methods and common pitfalls to avoid. Special emphasis will be placed on recognition and prevention strategies, ensuring pilots develop both the knowledge and confidence to handle these challenging flight regimes safely.

DARREN PLEASANCE

Darren Pleasance is president and chief executive officer of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)—the largest aviation community in the world representing hundreds of thousands of pilots.

Pleasance has over 8,000 flight hours in more than 80 different types of aircraft ranging from simple trainers to business jets to vintage warbirds, including a P-51 Mustang. Early in his career he flew as a corporate pilot, working for celebrities such as John Travolta before going on to fly charters in the Alaskan bush.

He left professional aviation to pursue a career in business, but he never stopped flying. Today he owns and operates a Piper Meridian, a Vans RV-6, and a SeaRey floatplane while keeping currency as a certificated flight instructor.

Prior to joining AOPA this year, he led Cisco’s Acceleration Center. Prior to Cisco, he led global acquisitions for Google and served as a partner in consulting firm McKinsey & Co.’s high tech sector and marketing and sales practice. Throughout this, Pleasance has remained active in aviation, serving for many years on the board of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA).

Pleasance holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management.

AOPA Pilot Town Hall

SAT, FEB 22 @ 1:00 PM | KEYNOTE STAGE

Meet Darren Pleasance, the new president of the Aircraft Owners and Pilot’s Association. Darren will provide an update on the current trends and issues facing general aviation in the region and across the country, including airport issues, the transition to unleaded fuel, and what a changing political landscape could mean for GA.

MIKE KLOTCH

CEO and Chief Instructor Pilot for Specialized Aero Works, Mike teaches UPRT, aerobatics & formations flying. A Master CFI - Aerobatic (MCFI-A), Klotch is a former Marine Corps F/A18 pilot, combat veteran, and school trained Aviation Safety Officer (Naval Postgraduate School). Mike is also a test pilot and instructor for Epic Aircraft, a two-time NAFI Master CFI/CFII/MEI and an FAA Safety Team Representative. Mike has a Bachelors of Science degree from Oregon State University.

WAYNE MCGHEE

An instrument rated private pilot, Wayne is the Northwest Regional Sales Manager for Garmin with decades of experience working for avionics manufacturers. Wayne is an annual speaker at the NW Aviation Conference and an authority on updates on avionics. McGhee speaks at 9:30 AM SAT.

KARLENE PETITT

Karlene Petitt is an international airline pilot, retired Delta Captain, author, pilot advocate and aviation safety subject matter expert, who lives in Seattle Washington with her husband. She holds two masters degrees, and a PHD in Aviation Safety from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. Her research identified concerns with safety culture and pilot training worldwide which is impacting pilot performance and operational safety.

Karlene is type rated: in B747-400, 747-200, 777, 767, 757, 737, 727, A350, A330. Karlene will be speaking Saturday at 3:30 PM but you can catch her all weekend long and get signed copies of her books at Booths #124125 near the front of the hall.

It’s Time to Write your Story!

FEB 22 @ 3:30 PM | Pioneer Room

You’ve lived a life worth sharing, now it’s time to put your adventures into words. Aviation author, Karlene Petitt is a retired airline captain who holds eight type ratings and multiple degrees to include a PhD. She has written children’s books, motivation/inspiration, a series of aviation thrillers based on more truth than fiction and has authored non-fiction works to include aviation safety and a legal book. As a student of writing and publishing, she will share her knowledge and experiences, as well as answer all your questions on how to start, what to write, how to put your story on paper, distinguish the difference between genres, and answer your publishing questions. Writing is the best therapy for whatever haunts you and leaves a legacy to your life. It’s time to start. You will also learn how to win a Mitsubishi Spider Eclipse in her giveaway.

PHILIP MANDEL

Mandel had no idea flying could be affordable for someone with an average income, or possible for someone with an IQ under 200 –until he met a pilot, just a “regular guy” with an average job, who flew for fun and owned a Mooney. The very next day, Phil drove to his local flight school and signed up for lessons. The bug bit so deeply that sometimes he went for two or even three flight lessons per day! That was back in 1981. He earned his Private Pilot certificate, followed by an Instrument rating, Commercial Pilot certificate, CFI, CFI-I, and MEI certificates. Through the years he has owned nine different airplanes. Now a “recovering engineer,” Phil is an independent flight instructor based in the Portland, Oregon area.

Checklists: So Basic Yet So Misused

Mandel | FEB 22 @ 9:30 AM | Keynote Stage Checklist, schmecklist, what’s the big deal? Read, Execute, Move On. Not so fast, grasshopper. Accident data reveals that during the period 1983-1993, some 279 aircraft accidents occurred in which a checklist was improperly used or not used at all. A review of NASA ASRS checklistrelated reports for 2003 suggests that many of the same errors identified by the FAA and NTSB continue to be reported. Let’s do better!

PILOT SAFETY

Power Loss at 300 Feet

Mandel | FEB 22 @ 1 PM | Heritage Room Philip and his primary student lost all engine oil and experienced significant power loss at 300 feet AGL over Vancouver, WA, off Pearson Field (KVUO) in 2019. With the help of dashcam video that captured the event, Philip will share lessons learned from the scariest two minutes of his life. He says he did more things wrong than right, yet still managed to nurse the Beech Musketeer back to the field and land opposite direction without bending anything.

10 Ways To Be 10 Times Safer

Mandel | FEB 22 @ 3:30 PM | Heritage Room

This seminar will review ten common ways pilots get themselves in trouble and systematically discuss what we can do to mitigate each of those risks. It will make you think, it will make you humble, and it will make you modest.

BILL MCGLYNN

Bill McGlynn has been with the RAF since 2010 and president since 2018. A pilot since 1995, he currently flies a back country 182. He and his wife, Julie, reside in Leavenworth.

Saving Special Places

SAT, FEB 22 @ 2:15 PM | Pioneer Bill will be speaking on preserving rural airports and destinations. The nonprofit Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) preserves, improves and creates airstrips for recreational access. Learn about the RAF’s recent efforts to preserve special places across the US, including work to reopen Cypress Island airstrip.

CURT SCOTT

Curt Scott has 60+ years and 5000+ flight hours and holds CP, CFI, AGI & ATC Ratings. Curt flew Air Force C130 and MC 130 and T-29D aircraft and was an instructor pilot in advanced jet phase of AF UPT. He is a former member of the Green River College Aviation Department and a long time member of the Aviation Career Education Service, which has taught over 20,000 students basics of aviation. Scott is a former Air Force air traffic controller and was Chief of ATC Operations at Holloman AFB and Mt Home AFB. He is a current member of AOPA, WPA and the West Sound Pilot’s Association.

PILOT REFRESHER WORKSHOP:

Staying alive

VFR Skies

SAT @ 10:30 AM | PIONEER

SUN @ 10:15 AM | HERITAGE

Curt Scott, Scott Consulting/ Scott Aviation

Feeling like your flying skills could use a refresher? Veteran pilot, Curt Scott will help you brush off the dust! With 5000+ hours teaching flying and flying in the Northwest, Curt presents a fast-paced dynamic presentation on VFR flying basics, including weather, charts, airport approach, landing, checklists and much more to make you a more confident pilot.

Limited seating in this VFR Pilot refresher clinic. There is no additional charge to attend but we encourage you to register online to be assured a seat at this workshop.

SHAWN PRATT

Shawn Pratt grew up in Sitka where he got his first taste of the freedom of flight. As well as Alaska, Shawn has flown around the Appalachian, Rocky, Cascade, Olympic, and Sierra mountains. He has additionally flown a number of small aircraft across the country through challenging terrain and weather conditions developing his passion for mountain flight. Shawn is the Director of Operations/Chief Pilot at Safety in Motion Flight Center. He holds ATP, CFI Gold Seal, and AGI certificates, manages two flight schools and FBOs, and additionally working as a charter and corporate pilot.

SUN, 1:00 PM, PIONEER

Pacific NW Mountain Flying Clinic

Shawn Pratt, Safety in Motion Flight Center Flight planning and operational considerations when flying in and around the mountainous terrain of the Pacific Northwest. This clinic provides high points of mountain flying ground course, addressing mountain meteorology, aircraft performance, route selection, and emergency/precautionary landings.

SAMANTHA KARMANIOLOS

Samantha’s aviation career began with Delta Airlines in 1996, where she worked as a gate agent for six years. In 2002, she transitioned to the FAA, providing air traffic control at New York Approach. After a brief assignment at Long Island MacArthur Airport, she moved to JFK Tower, where she has worked as both a controller and, since 2010, a supervisor. A passionate language enthusiast, Samantha is fluent in five languages and holds certification as a United Nations translator. Her multilingual abilities, combined with her role at a major international airport, often lead her to hop on a plane at a moment’s notice to explore new corners of the world.

Presentation

ITS NEVER A BORING DAY AT JFK TOWER

Tips & Tricks for VFR Ops at Busy Airports

SAT, FEB 22 @ 3:30 PM | KEYNOTE & SUN, FEB 23 @ 1:00 PM

Have you ever been intrigued by the operations of some of the world’s busiest airports? While most of us may never fly through these high-traffic airspaces, there are valuable lessons we can apply to improve safety and efficiency in the airspace we navigate. In this presentation, participants will hear a description of a typical day at JFK International and leave with techniques to use in all Class B and C airspace.

STEVE BATEMAN

Bateman is a long-time pilot and instructor. As well as being a Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI), Ground Instructor (AGI/IGI), and Light Sport Repairmen (LSRM-A), Steve holds a Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering, is a Chartered Engineer and a Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology. Originally from the UK, Steve has lived, worked and flown in England, California, Canada, Nebraska, Maryland and now Oregon. Steve spent most of his high-tech career in Silicon Valley, California, and is now focused full time on aviation in Oregon. Steve is Vice President of the Oregon Pilots Association, an FAA Safety Team Lead Representative and WINGSPro, a member of the National Association of Flight Instructors, a member of the Airplane Owners and Pilots Association, and member of the Experimental Aircraft Association.

2025 Presentations

Get My Drift? Understanding and Mastering Crosswind Operations

SATURDAY, FEB 22 @ 3:30 PM | PIONEER ROOM

When conducting a couple of recent flight reviews, one with an experienced pilot, the other with a first time flight, some serious flaws in airmanship, knowledge and risk management were uncovered that required some focused training to correct. We’ll start by reviewing, on the ground, the ability of the plane and the pilot in order to establish some solid decisionmaking tools, and will then refine the techniques and control inputs for successful crosswind operations. Seminar includes interactive scenarios to keep you on your decision-making toes.

The Art of Flying a Tailwheel Aeroplane

SUNDAY, FEB 23 @ 10:15 PM | KEYNOTE

Conventional in name only, tailwheel aircraft open up some wonderful new opportunities for pilots who take the time to really understand what makes them different from the nowadays more prevalent nose wheel alternatives. The term “transition training” takes on a new meaning when moving from the relative comfort of your Cessna 172 or Piper Cherokee, to something with a wheel or skid on the tail, but don’t let that put you off. Obtaining your tailwheel endorsement and then striving for proficiency will really sharpen your knowledge of aerodynamics, as well as fine-tune your airmanship, so give it a try! Warning: Attending this tailwheel ground school session will change your flying aspirations, for the better!

JONATHAN “JJ” GREENWAY

We are pleased to once again welcome JJ Greenway back to our 2025 speaker schedule, an integral voice in bringing quality pilot safety speakers to the event.

Jonathan “JJ” Greenway began learning to fly at Boeing Field in Seattle at age 15 in the mid ‘70s. He progressed through his primary flight training and began his professional career as a CFI in the Seattle area. His first flying job was a corporate/industrial position in a twin-engine turboprop in the Western and South

Pacific based in Guam. He progressed on to American Airlines where he had an illustrious career flying Boeing and McDonnell Douglas jets. In 2003, he moved on to flying corporate jets, a position he continues in today flying Dassault Falcon jets out of the Washington, D.C. area in worldwide operations. He owns a Decathlon and enjoys

RICHARD KENNINGTON

Richard Kennington knew he wanted to be an Air Traffic Controller since he toured a tower at the age of eight. As he waited to get into ATC school, he earned his private pilot certificate and worked as a dispatcher for a flight school. While in school, he took a job as the Assistant to the Airport Manager at a small regional airport.

In 1999, Richard joined the FAA and currently works at Portland Tower. In addition to working air traffic, he develops the recurrent training courses for all controllers nationwide.

With whatever free time is left over, he referees high school sports. Richard will be speaking both days at the Conference.

ANDREW GEORGE

Andrew George is the current President of the Idaho Aviation Association as well as a Multi Engine Commercial Instrument Rated Pilot. Amassing 3000 hours of Mountain flying as a private pilot and a Commercial 135 Operator, he has created many experiences worth sharing. Logging hours in everything backcountry from 172, 180, 206, 210, 336, 340 and work in the 505 and PC12 as well. A regular speaker at many aviation events and conferences focusing on the challenges of flying in remote areas of Idaho, George will share with the audience some of the most beautiful places in Idaho and how to get there safely. His presentation will highlight techniques and etiquette that make it a safe and once in a life time adventure every time.

SAT 2/22 @ 4:30 PM, North Foyer

Flying Idaho - The Mystique and Challenges

Andrew George, President, Idaho Aviation Association

providing tailwheel and light aerobatic instruction in his spare time. He just cleared 17,125 hours in his logbook.

Seminars

Pilot vs Controller: “LET’S SETTLE THIS ONCE & FOR ALL.”

SAT, FEB 22 @ 11:45 AM | Keynote SUN, FEB 23 @ 11:30 AM | Founders Richard Kennington and JJ Greenway discuss accidents that didn’t happen (but nearly did) in the Pacific Northwest. These two opposite personalities delve into underlying issues that cause misunderstanding between pilots & controllers.

Getting the Most Out of ATC

SAT, FEB 22 @ 9:30 AM | Pioneer SUN, FEB 23 @ 2:30 PM | Pioneer Richard Kennington and JJ Greenway

You pay for the service, why not use it to your advantage? General aviation pilots often avoid utilizing ATC for many reasons and sometimes it is to their own detriment. During this presentation, we will explore how you can operate more efficiently in controlled airspace, how to avoid potential problems, and insider knowledge to make ATC less of a mystery.

PILOT SAFETY

BRENDAN O’MARA

Brendan O’Mara is an experienced pilot with over 15 years in aviation. He started selling products online in 1994 and launched GotYourSixAviation.com (previously CrazedPilot.com) in 2009 to make and sell affordable aviation products to customers. They also provide products to retailers like Aircraft

Spruce, Sporty’s, and Spencer Aircraft. Visit Booth #420 or GotYourSixAviation.com to see their offerings.

SAT, FEB 22 @ 3:30 PM | South Foyer

SAVING SECONDS, SAVING LIVES: The Future of Emergency Training through Full-Motion Simulation

Flight simulation offers great potential for improving pilot emergency training beyond standard instrument practice. Often underutilized in flight schools, simulators provide an engaging training experience that is superior to real flying when fully utilized. Simulation challenges pilots, highlighting both their strong points and areas needing improvement, all without the risks of actual in-flight emergencies. In this presentation, Brendan explores the numerous opportunities within this technology, showing how it can be customized for any skill level or situation. He will share knowledge and strategies to make the most of simulation for your ongoing training needs, helping to develop skills and boost confidence. Move past traditional flight training limits—embrace the power of simulation to maximize your piloting abilities.

SUN, FEB 23 @ 2:30 PM | South Foyer

THE DIGITAL RUNWAY: Marketing Strategies for General Aviation in 2025

Digital marketing is evolving rapidly, driven by AI advancements and shifting content strategies, impacting flight schools, FBOs, and aviation product and service businesses. In today’s changing digital landscape, aviation business owners must effectively attract and engage pilots and aircraft owners to stay competitive in 2025. This presentation will explore key strategies for leveraging social media, SEO, content marketing, both on and off-page optimization, and paid advertising to drive customer growth. Attendees will gain actionable insights to enhance their online presence and turn digital engagement into real-world sales.

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2025 NW AVIATION CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Introduction to Aviation Careers

John Swedburg

An engaging journey for students, parents and “new to aviation” participants through an overview of how to get from point A to point B,C, D - no matter what your aviation dreams are! Hear first hand from folks involved in the industry and learn their “how got there” stories. Attendees will leave this session with many questions answered and many more to ask. This session will give the resources to seek the right answers to design a path that is best for your goals.

Funding the Dream

Shawn Pratt

Want a career but don’t know how to pay for it? Don’t lose hope. Where there’s a will.... details page 24.

Pilot Refresher Workshop VFR Flying Overview

Curt Scott, Scott Consulting/Scott Aviation, pilot, former Professor of Aviation, Green River College

Feeling like your flying skills could use a refresher? Veteran pilot, Curt Scott will help you brush off the dust! With over 5000 hours teaching flying and flying in the Northwest, Curt presents a fast-paced dynamic presentation on VFR flying basics, including weather, charts, airport approach, landing, checklists and much more to make you a more confident pilot.

Scott has 30 plus years working in Aviation, with special focus on developing and delivering education programs for the Aviation Community covering Operations, Logistics, Planning, Reorganization and Training. Specially experienced working with international groups of people, international companies and organizations and agencies in countries outside the US.

Job Opportunities in Aviation: PANEL

Moderator: Jeff Slakey, KMAS

Checked out the show? Bring your questions for the panel. Details page 24.

2:15 PM

Non-Towered Airport Operations – Tom Rogers

Much has changed regarding non-towered airport operations. Tom will discuss the current regulations and FAA best practices, review the non-towered pattern, including entries, exits, and right of way, and suggestions for keeping safe in a busy pattern.

Flying with Angel Flight West Ricardo Lagos and Trevor Moody, Command Pilot, Angel Flight West

Mastering Your New Avionics: Techniques to help you learn and stay ahead of glass and hybrid panels.

The Immense value of Upset Recovery Training (UPRT)

Michael Kloch, Specialized Aero Works

Mike discusses what UPRT is, providing accident statistics, causes, UPRT value for aircraft builders, and guidelines for maintaining control of your airplane.

1:00 PM | Power Loss at 300 Feet

Philip Mandel

Limited seating in this VFR Pilot refresher clinic. There is no additional charge to attend but we encourage you to register online to be assured a seat at this emcompassing workshop! 9:30 AM 11:45 AM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 11:45 AM

Philip shares lessons learned from the scariest two minutes of his life. See page 13

Annual General Meeting & Lunch Washington Pilots Association

Exploring the Fascinating World of Gliding - Brad Pattison, CFI-G/ATP & Marlene Nelson, ATP & Glider Pilot. See page 25 details

A | South FoyerB | PioneerD | HeritageE | North Foyer Keynote Area

Military Operations and the Civilian Aviator US Air Force’s Midair Collision Avoidance (MACA)

3:30 PM A |

Saving Special Places Bill McGlynn, Recreational Aviation Foundation

Saving Seconds, Saving Lives: The Future of Emergency Training through Full-Motion Simulation

Brendon O’Mara. Got Your Six Aviation

4:30 PM

Flight Testing your Home Built/kit Airplane, Tony Paradis, Paradis Aviation LLC

It ’s Time to Write your Story!

Karlene Petitt

Details page 12.

How YOU can fly hundreds of mileswith no engine! See page 25 for full seminar details

10 Ways to be Ten Times

Safer

Philip Mandel

Common ways pilots get in trouble. Details page 13.

Pilot vs Controller: “Let’s Settle This Once and For All”

Richard Kennington, Air Traffic Controller and pilot, Greenway discuss accidents that didn’t happen (but nearly did) in the Pacific Northwest. These two opposite personalities delve into underlying issues that cause misunderstanding between pilots & controllers.

AOPA Pilot Town Hall

Darren Pleasance, AOPA President and CEO

An update on the current trends and issues facing general aviation in the region and across the country, including airport issues, the transition to unleaded fuel, and what a changing political landscape could mean for GA.

INTO THE ALIGATOR’S MOUTH: Psychology of Personal Flight Minimums

Joile Lucas, Aviation Speaker, Pilot and Psychologist

Learn about the psychology of decision-making and developing personal guidelines for your flying. See page 9 for full speaker and seminar details.

Soaring: An optimal and economical gateway to recreational and professional aviation

Brian Hart, CFI-G, Hood River Soaring See page 25

ITS NEVER A BORING DAY AT JFK TOWER: Tips and Tricks for VFR Ops at Busy Airports Samantha Karmaniolos, Supervisor, JFK Tower

While most of us may never fly through these hightraffic airspaces, there are valuable lessons we can apply to improve safety See page 15 for full description..

A | South FoyerB| Pioneer D | Heritage E | North Foyer Keynote Area

Get My Drift?

Understanding and Mastering Crosswind Operations

Steve Bateman Full description and bio on page 15.

Seattle TRACON Pilot Briefing

Seattle TRACON will be conducting a pilot briefing targeted to the local GA community based at RNT, S50, TIW, BFI, and the smaller airfields in between. The agenda includes a presentation from Controllers covering TRACON airspace, flight-following requests, air traffic hot spots, and Controller workload.

Flying Idaho

Andrew George, IAA Challenges and beauty of Idaho, flying techniques and places to discover Details page 17.

Practical importance of Weight and Balance

John Swedburg, Big Bend Community College

When learning to fly, we are taught how to work the charts and the math to figure the weight and balance, but there is far too little information in the primary sources as to why this is important. John emphasizes “when we don’t understand the ‘why’, we then tend to devalue the need for the process.

Bruce Williams

2025 NW AVIATION CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

- SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

10:00 AM TRADE SHOW OPENS Admission $10/person at the door | 17 and under FREE. Parking FREE, Blue Lot 10:15 AM

A | South B | Pioneer

Introduction to Aviation Careers

John Swedburg

An engaging journey for students, parents and “new to aviation” participants through an overview of how to get from point A to point B,C, D - no matter what your aviation dreams are! Hear first hand from folks involved in the industry and learn their “how I got there” stories. Attendees will leave this session with many questions answered and many more to ask. This session will give the resources to seek the right answers to design a path that is best for your goals.

1:00 PM

Its never a boring day at JFK Tower. Tips and Tricks for VFR Ops at busy airports.

Samantha Karmaniolos Supervisor, JFK Tower There are valuable lessons we can apply to improve safety and efficiency in the airspace we navigate.

11:30 AM

Founders D | Heritage North Foyer Keynote Area

ENGINE MAINTENANCE ON SPECIFIC AIRCRAFT Paul Gryko, Hartzell Aerospace Welding Company

Pilot vs Controller: “Let’s Settle This Once and For All”

JJ Greenway & Richard Kennington, Air Traffic Controller, Portland Veteran Air Traffic Controller Richard Kennington and longtime airline/corporate/general aviation pilot, JJ Greenway discuss accidents that didn’t happen (but nearly did) in the Pacific Northwest. These two opposite personalities delve into underlying issues that cause misunderstanding between pilots and controllers

PILOT REFRESHER WORKSHOP: VFR Flying Overview

Curt Scott, Scott Aviation

D Positive Rate Gear Up Flying amphibious seaplanes require pilots to adapt from a land plane approach to gear management to an amphibious seaplane centric set of best practices. This seminar is enlightening most pilots and crucial for those operating or considering operating amphibious seaplanes.

Feeling like your flying skills could use a refresher?

Veteran pilot, Curt Scott will help you brush off the dust!

The Art of Flying a Tailwheel Aeroplane

Steve Bateman

Conventional in name only, tailwheel aircraft open up some wonderful new opportunities and adventures for pilots who take the time to really understand what makes them different from the nowadays more prevalent nose wheel alternatives. Obtaining your tailwheel endorsement and then striving for proficiency will really sharpen your knowledge of aerodynamics, as well as fine-tune your airmanship.

Non-Towered Airport Operations

Tom Rogers

FAASTeam presentation – pattern, including entries, exits, and right of way.

Exploring the Fascinating World of Gliding - Brad Pattison, CFI-G/ATP & Marlene Nelson, ATP & Glider Pilot. See page 25 for full seminar details.

Sipping Information from the Right Glass: Customizing your panel and EFB displays Modern electronic instruments and EFBs can provide you a wide array of information. This presentation will help you choose where to show key details, avoid duplication of basic data, and suggest how you can rearrange the information for different phases of flight both VFR and IFR

Seattle TRACON Pilot Briefing – Seattle TRACON Controllers

Seattle TRACON will discuss topics directed to the general aviation community, specifically flight following, traffic calls, initiating and cancelling IFR flight plans, and controller workload.

2:30 PM

The Digital Runway: Marketing Strategies for General Aviation in 2025

Brendan O’Mara , Get Your Six Aviation

Digital marketing is evolving rapidly, driven by AI advancements and shifting content strategies, impacting flight schools, FBOs, and aviation businesses. Explore key strategies for leveraging social media, SEO, content marketing, both on and off-page optimization, and paid advertising.

Upset Prevention and Recovery

Training (UPRT) Michael Kloch, Chief

Instructor Pilot, Specialized Aero Works

How to Avoid, Recognize, and Recover from Upsets”, followed by Q&A

The Ultimate Off Road Adventure: Flying Seaplanes

Join Steve McCaughey “The Seaplane Guy”, Executive Director of the Seaplane Pilots Association for an informative and entertaining look at the wonderful world of seaplanes. This journey will educate you on how you can expand your horizons flying and enjoying the ultimate off road vehicle; seaplanes.

4:00 PM Show Close – See you next year!

With over 5000 hours teaching flying and flying in the Northwest, Curt presents a fast-paced dynamic presentation on VFR flying basics, including weather, charts, airport approach, landing, checklists and much more to make you a more confident pilot.

Practical importance of Weight and Balance

John Swedburg, Big Bend Community College

Schedule is subject to change without notice; visit website for updates, or call 866-922-7469 for info.

HOURS: Saturday 9:00 - 5:30 PM Sunday 10:00 PM - 4:00 PM updated schedule online www.washingtonaviation.org

Pacific NW Mountain Flying Clinic

Getting the Most out of ATC

Richard Kennington, Air Traffic Controller

Soaring: an optimal and economical gateway to recreational and professional aviation

How YOU can fly hundreds of miles - with no engine!

See page 25 for full seminar details. INTO THE ALIGATOR’S MOUTH: Psychology of Personal Flight Minimums

Joile Lucas, Aviation Speaker, Pilot and Psychologist

Learn about the psychology of decision-making and developing personal guidelines for your flying. Lucas created safety seminar after interviewing thirteen pilots from 250 hours to 25,000 hours, reviewing how they developed personal flight guides in the airplane.

Dancing with Gravity: Essential Spin Training Skills

BrianHart, CFI-G, Hood River Soaring

See page 25 for full seminar details.

BATHROOMS

This presentation explores the critical elements of aircraft spin training, combining aerodynamic theory with practical recovery techniques. We’ll examine the physics behind spin development, including the roles of yaw, angle of attack, and asymmetric lift distribution. Participants will learn to identify the four stages of a spin and understand the differences between incipient, accelerated, and flat spins. Through analysis of case studies, we’ll demonstrate proven recovery methods and common pitfalls to avoid. Special emphasis will be placed on recognition and prevention strategies, ensuring pilots develop both the knowledge and confidence to handle these challenging flight regimes safely.

Come visit us at the AOPA Booth (#610/611) and learn more about our exciting membership offers

2025 NORTHWEST AVIATION CONFERENCE

February 22–23, 2025 | Puyallup Fairgrounds, Puyallup, WA

SATURDAY | 2.22.25

AOPA Pilot Town Hall

1:00 pm | Keynote Area

Darren Pleasance, AOPA President and CEO

SUNDAY | 2.23.25

Come visit us at the AOPA Booth (#610/611) for updates on other potential AOPA presentations added to the schedule.

Not a member?

Join AOPA today and gain access to a wealth of other helpful member benefits to get you off the ground and keep you flying safely and economically.

Learn about the Airport Support Network (ASN) Volunteer program and join our ranks to engage with, promote and protect your airport today! Go to aopa.org/asn or call (800) USA-AOPA

$10 Off Annual Membership

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2025 CAREER FORUM INSPIRE FUTURES

This fall, I had one of those rare enlightening experiences of clarity when everything makes sense. We’ve been hosting the career forum for 12 years now, and over the years, it has gone through its fair share of ups and downs, reflecting the evolving landscape of the aviation industry.

When Alaska Airlines was a sponsor and major airlines were hiring, our event was a go-to place for airline job seekers. One year, over 500 aspiring pilots and 150 high school students attended career forum sessions, creating a fantastic and inspiring mentorship atmosphere.

A decade later, we are seeing the gradual return of students and pilot hopefuls. While we haven’t yet returned to our pre-COVID peak, we consistently work to enhance our impact by providing opportunities for networking, resources, and exploring different career paths.

Last October, I met a former student from the NWAC Career Forum. He received guidance, scholarships, and connections that helped him start flying and stay motivated. The airline career that he thought was an impos-

sible dream was his daily routine. He was proud and humble at the same time. This encounter reinforced what I already knew. While it seems that it is an uphill battle to bring back prepandemic attendance, if we can guide even few people find their way on this journey, its worth it.

If you know someone considering an aviation careers but with lots of questions, encourage them to attend the show. The NW Aviation Conference is an excellent opportunity to network with colleges, aviation facilities, and airlines.

Looking to learn about getting a pilot’s license or want to connect with a community of aviation enthusiasts? Join us on this journey to the skies.

The WAA is honored to once again host a series of sessions and exhibits that are dedicated to aviation careers. In collaboration with airlines, businesses, colleges, and government agencies, this initiative represents a collective and collaborative effort from the aviation industry.

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CAREER FORUM WORKSHOP

INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION

Saturday, February 22, 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM | South Foyer

Sunday, February 23, 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM | South Foyer

John Swedburg, BBCC, Faculty Emeritus, leads an interactive workshop for students, parents and “new to aviation” participants through an overview of how to get from point A to point B,C, or D - no matter what your aviation dreams are! Hear first-hand from those in the industry and learn their “how I got there” stories. Attendees will leave session with questions answered and the resources to seek answers to design a career path in aviation.

FUNDING THE DREAM

Saturday, 11:45 AM | South Foyer

Shawn Pratt, Safety in Motion Flight Center

There is a lot of information on how to pay for college, but if you need help with flight school financing or loans, it can be confusing. Don’t let high costs stop you from your goals. There are many options for future pilots, such as federal aid, scholarships, and private loans. Discussion on the importance of the FAFASA deadline, scholarship application timelines, writing a personal statement, and the importance of developing your portfolio; all keys to building a strong scholarship application. You might also consider training programs from some airlines to lower your costs. Explore all your choices to find what fits your budget best. If the expenses seem too high, join a 45-minute session to ask questions and learn about scholarships and helpful tips.

CAREER PANEL: OVERVIEW OF JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN AVIATION

Saturday, 1:00 PM | South Foyer

Jeff Slakey, Moderator

In addition to commercial airlines, various other entities such as corporations, charitable organizations, fire fighting services, medical transport services, bush pilots, tourism sectors, and numerous government agencies all rely on the expertise of skilled pilots and passionate aviation enthusiasts to function in their respective roles. In our efforts to provide deeper insights, we’ve reached out to our exhibitors to gather a comprehensive overview of career perspectives. We asked them to share their stories and insights regarding how they navigated their unique paths to achieve success in the aviation industry. Bring your questions and prepare to engage in stimulating discussions!

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“As an aviation non-profit organization, we are genuinely concerned about the long-term future of our industry,” stated Jamelle Garcia, Executive Director of the Washington Aviation Association. “By hosting this important event, we create an invaluable opportunity for both new and experienced aviators, while also providing essential resources for those seeking to elevate their career to the next level.”

The presentations are led by a diverse group of aviation operators and educators, which includes airline professionals, college faculty, training facility personnel, and airport representatives. Introductory sessions are tailored to meet the needs of high school groups and parent/student registrations, while concurrently, seminar tracks cater to individuals of all experience levels— ranging from maintenance personnel and military aviators to airline pilots— all of which encourage active participation and meaningful connections. To enhance the learning experience, there is an introductory workshop held each day of the Conference.

We extend our gratitude to John Swedburg of Big Bend Community College and Shawn Pratt of Safety in Motion Flight Center who have generously continued to offer their instructional support for the Career Forum.

BAKER AVIONICS ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF CAD PANELS, A NEW AIRCRAFT PANEL DIVISION

Baker Avionics, known as the premier West Coast Avionics Shop, has recently announced the exciting launch of its new division that specializes in both custom and stock aircraft panels. Designed to meet the diverse and evolving needs of the aviation community, this newly established division introduces a thoughtfully constructed two-tiered product structure: Essential and Advanced panels. These offerings are intended to cater to various preferences and requirements, ensuring that all clients can find a suitable solution for their avionics needs.

The tiered options available allow customers to select from a variety of panels that best suit their individual requirements and preferences, ranging from foundational designs to fully customized, luxury solutions that cater to diverse needs:

Essential Panels: These panels offer essential functionality, proven reliability, and are ideal for cost-conscious pilots and operators who are seeking dependable, high-quality designs that do not compromise on performance.

Advanced Panels: Combining advanced features with sleek and modern designs, these panels are specifically

tailored for aviation enthusiasts and professionals who are looking to elevate their overall cockpit experience significantly.

“Our two-tiered system clearly reflects our commitment to providing tailored solutions that meet every aviation need and expectation. Whether you’re a private pilot, a commercial operator, or a shop retailer, you’ll find a panel that perfectly aligns with your unique vision and budget.”

Key Features Include custom configurations for a wide range of aircraft types and precision engineering de-

signed for durability and performance in demanding environments.

In-house designers are available for integration-ready and customized designs that meet specific client requirements. Baker Avionics’ new division aligns with its mission to set new benchmarks in aviation innovation and technology. For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit www.bakeravionics. com/custom-panels or stop by their sponsorship booths at the NW Aviation Conference, February 22-23.

IA Maintenance Renewal Seminars at the Aviation Conference

With great exhibitors each year the event has access to a wide knowledge base of industry talent. ALL sessions are hosted in the Founders Room. There are 8 eight available Saturday and one available from Eagle Fuel Cells Sunday.

Registered IAs attending seminars earn credits for certificate renewal. Mechanics wanting to complete the full eight-hour IA Renewal in one day (Saturday, FEB 25, 2023) should arrive by 8:00 AM. Check-in and ID verification start at 7:30 AM. Seminars are free for mechanics and aircraft owners without certificates. For FAA credit, there is a $35 fee, which covers admission for both conference days. Certificated attendees can pre-register at washingtonaviation.org or by calling 360-427-5599. IAs must show photo ID during registration and have their cards stamped every hour attended. A certificate will be given after eight hours.

Seminars are FREE for informationonly attendees. Pilots, mechanics, and aircraft owners will benefit from the presentations, but space is limited.

SATURDAY February 22

8:00 AM | 8:00 AM | AIRCRAFT BATTERY TECHNOLOGY 2025

Dave Vega, Western Technical Sales Manager, Concorde Battery Corp.

Concorde offers guidance on how to service, test capacity, and charge your aircraft battery. The aim is to safely extend battery life through proper maintenance. Topics covered include lead acid battery ratings, how to commission lead acid aircraft batteries, cleaning and storage, installation eligibility, and a summary of current battery technologies available. Vega has extensive experience with lead acid batteries, providing technical and customer support for MROs and repair stations. Dave has 35 years of experience in aviation, covering general aviation, business jets, and rotorcraft, starting his career at Standard Aero in 1982.

Register for IA seminas online at washingtonaviation.org. Cost is $35/ person and includes admission both days. Bring photo ID for certification.

9:00 AM | GENERAL AVIATION MUFFLER SYSTEMS, AN “EXHAUSTIVE” OVERVIEW

Jim Shafer, Power Flow Systems, Inc.

Overview of designing, building, and maintaining traditional aircraft exhaust systems. Jim will explain the principles and design ideas for tuned exhaust systems in general aviation. He will cover the advantages they offer for both four and six-cylinder engines with fixed pitch or constant speed propellers.

10:15 AM | BERINGER AERO HIGH PERFORMANCE BRAKE AND WHEELS

Billy James , Beringer Aero

James has an Airframe and Powerplant technician certificate with an Inspection Authorization (IA) rating and over 35 years of experience. He earned a degree in Aviation Technology from Greenville Technical College and has worked in aircraft maintenance since 1987. He holds five jet school specialty certificates, has built nine experimental aircraft, and is a commercial pilot with airplane single-engine land (ASEL) and

private airplane single-engine sea (ASES) ratings, as well as an instrument rating. James has endorsements for tailwheel, jets, and aerobatic flying. He was also an ultralight flight instructor for USUA, providing over 1,000 hours of instruction. He has been flying since 1985, has owned four aircraft, and logged over 2,500 flight hours.

11:30 AM | CORROSION PREVENTION AND CONTROL

Mark Pearson, Lear Chemical Research Corporation Technical presentation, covering effective corrosion control of aviation components using thin-film water displacement compounds. Mark Pearson is Technical Support Manager, repairman license since 2009.

12:15 – 1:30 PM | Break

1:30 PM |FUEL CELLS AND COMPONENTS IN UNLEADED FUEL

Kurt Hartwig, Eagle Fuel Cells

A summary of current and future fuels and how they affect fuel cells and systems. Kurt is an FAA licensed technician with more than 40 years of experience in fuel cell repair and installation. He owns Eagle Fuel Cells, a certified repair shop, and Storehouse LLC, a manufacturer.

2:30 PM | TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTAINING RSA FUEL INJECTION SYSTEMS AND MSA CARBURETORS

Alan Jesmer, Tempest Aero Managing and fixing RSA fuel injection systems, operating float carburetors, and maintaining and troubleshooting MSA carburetors.

3:30 PM | MAINTENANCE SAFETY ISSUE

Curt Cowley – FAASTEAM

Portland FSDO

Curt Cowley has worked at the FAA for 14 years. He started his aviation career as a US Army UH-1 Medevac Crew Chief and AH-64 Maintenance Supervisor. With 42 years of aviation maintenance experience, he has been a private pilot since 1982. He owns and flies an Aeronca 7AC Champ and an Aeronca 15AC Sedan.

4:30 | RECENT ADVANCEMENTS IN THE POWERUP MAGNETO PROGRAM

Paul Gryko, Hartzell Aerospace Welding Company

Join Paul Gryko, an expert with 20 years in engine accessories at Hartzell Aviation. Paul will present Hartzell Engine Tech’s products and the latest updates in the PowerUp Magneto Program. With extensive experience in repair, overhaul, and manufacturing for the aerospace sector, Paul specializes in firewall forward accessories for piston and turbine aircraft.

SUNDAY

FEBRUARY 23

10:15 AM Founders Room

ENGINE MAINTENANCE ON SPECIFIC AIRCRAFT

Paul Gryko, Hartzell Aerospace Welding Company

Paul offers a collection of safety maintenance training courses focused on Hartzell products for four common aircraft: Cirrus SR22T, Beech Bonanza, Piper Seminole, and Van’s RV8. Each uses different Hartzell Aviation products for their engines or heating systems.

Bronze Level Sponsor

Paine Field Airport celebrates 25 years of Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary

Paine Field Airport has played a pioneering role in the establishment of the very first two Wetland Compensation Banks in the entire state of Washington back in 1999, known as the Swanson and Narbeck banks.

These significant initiatives not only facilitated important safety improvements on the airfield itself but will also serve to support future development efforts at the airport. The project established a new standard for successfully balancing economic growth with essential environmental stewardship. Bill Lewallen, who served as the former Deputy Director of Paine Field and is also a founding member of the Friends of Narbeck organization, was present at a brief ceremony held in August. During this event, Lewallen shared his sentiments, stating, “As one of Narbeck’s planners, I am proud of the legacy this park has left: a model for others to follow and be inspired by.”

The success and positive impacts of Narbeck have led to the creation of a total of 20 wetland mitigation banks throughout the state, which play a crucial role in promoting environmental conservation and supporting sustainable development practices. Also in attendance at the late summer event was Rep. Rick Larsen, who previously served as a member of the Snohomish County Council and has been a strong advocate for the Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary project. “Happy 25th anniversary to Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary!” Larsen expressed enthusiastically. “Thanks to the vision, dedication, and hard work of community leaders and various stakeholders, Narbeck has

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evolved into a relaxing and accessible sanctuary for residents and visitors alike to enjoy while also providing a thriving habitat for local wildlife.”

Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary now offers a recreational avenue for thousands who live and work in the area. Visitors can explore a small loop trail and a 1.5-mile interpretative trail encircling the perimeter, complete with educational signage. Located about 30 miles north of Seattle, Paine Field operates with top-notch aviation facilities and services, housing a diverse range of aircraft, and featuring the newest commercial airport terminal in Washington state, known as the Seattle Paine Field Passenger Terminal.

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Exhibit Hall Layout

For 40 years the Washington Aviation Association has presented the Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show. This event two days of safety seminars and 122,000 sf of aviation displays. Located in the Showplex Exhibit Hall at the Washington State Fairgrounds in Puyallup, the event is centrally located near the I-5 corridor. Visit washingtonaviation.org for directions & schedule updates. Exhibits/schedule subject to change without notice.

- FEB 22-23

Toilets

2025 EXHIBITOR LIST

709

99’s NW Ninety Nines nw99s.org

427-428

Ace Aviation

289 E Perimeter Rd Renton, WA 98057 (425) 204-0845 aceaviationinc.com

MAINTENANCE

SPONSOR

424

ACF-50 / Lear Chemical PO Box 1040 Stn B Mississauga ON L4Y 3W3 (905) 564-0018 learchem.com

415 Aero-Flite, Inc PO Box 19009 Spokane, WA 99219 (508) 747-6001 aerofliteinc.com

426 Aerocet Inc

265 Shannon Lane Priest River, ID 83856 (208) 448-0400 aerocet.com

304

Aero-Mach Wilco, LLC.

3502 W Harry Wichita, KS 67213 (316) 943-9379 wilcoaircraftparts.com

207 Aerospace Turbine Rotables Inc.

1919 E Northern St. Wichita, KS 67216 (316) 943-6100 turbinerotables.com

BRONZE SPONSOR

610 – 611

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) 421 Aviation Way Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 695-2201 aopa.org

111

Alaska Airlines 800-ALASKAAIR alaskaair.com

110

Alaska Airlines Maintenance 8070 NE Airtrans Way Portland 97218

SILVER SPONSOR

127 – 128

Aircraft Spruce & Specialty 225 Airport Circle Corona, CA 92880 (800) 824-1930 aircraftspruce.com

329 Airglas 3401 Denali St, Ste 202B Anchorage AK 99503 (907) 344-1450 airglas.com

624-625

Alaska Seaplanes 8995 Yandukin Dr Juneau, AK 99801 (907) 789-3334 flyalaskaseaplanes.com

608 AMFA Local 14 - Aircraft

Mechanics Fraternal Association 2800 S 192nd St, SeaTac, WA 98188 amfa14.org (206) 4379640

300

Angel Flight West 3161 Donald Douglas Loop S Santa Monica, CA 90405 (831) 869-2392 angelflightwest.org

235

Arlington Municipal Airport 18204 59th Dr. NE Arlington WA 98223 (360) 403-3478 .arlingtonwa.gov

234

Arlington Flight Services 18204 59th Dr. NE Arlington WA 98223 (360) 435-5700 arlingtonflightservices.com

107

AssuredPartners Aerospace -

Insurance Solutions

411 Aviation Way, Ste 210 Frederick, MD 21701 (240) 409-5232 assuredpartners.com/aviators

219

Avian Aeronautics, Inc.

8900 State Hwy 3 SW Bremerton, WA 98312 360-674-2411 avianflight.com

218

Avian Flight Center 8900 State Hwy 3 SW Bremerton, WA 98312 360-627-1602 avianflight.com

211

Aviation Real Estate

Digital Magazine 40 Sandpiper Way Republic, WA 99166 (509) 690-4448 aviationhomeandhangarmap.com

520

Aviation Section Washington State Patrol 7525 Old Hwy 99 SE Olympia, WA 98501 (360) 709-1008 wsp.wa.gov

513

Backcountry Aero Club 13926 215th Ave E Bonney Lake WA 98391 360-822-9470

325-326

Baker Avionics 2244 Carton Way Grants Pass, OR 97526 (541) 507-1007 bakeravionics.com

210

Beringer Aero 18 Woods Lake Rd., Suite 102 Greenville SC 29607 864-214-4274 ext. 991 beringer-aero.com/en

532

Best Tugs 3573 North Main Street Spanish Forks UT 84660 (801) 821-3112 besttugs.com

131

Big Bend Community College

Aviation Maintenance

7662 Chanute Street Moses Lake, WA 98837 877-745-1212 bigbend.edu

132

Big Bend Community College

7662 Chanute Street Moses Lake, WA 98837 (509) 793-2241 bigbend.edu

312

Bremerton National Airport Port of Bremerton 8850 SW State Hwy 3 Bremerton, WA 98312 (360) 813-0813 portofbremerton.org

325-326

CAD Panels 2244 Carton Way Grants Pass, OR 97526 (541) 507-1007

208

Canada West Avionics #3, 7630 Montreal Street Delta, BC V4K 0A7 604 409 8182 cwavionics.ca

600

Classic Helicopter 2301 E St NE, Auburn, WA 98002 (206) 767-0515 classicheli.com

713-714

Cascade Warbirds 1405 Madrona Avenue Everett, WA 98203 cascadewarbirds.org

200

Central WA University

400 East University Way Black Hall Suite 225 Ellensburg, WA 98926-7515 (509)963-2364 cwu.edu

225

Cessna Flyer Association 1042 N Mountain Ave Ste B #337 Upland, CA 91786 (626) 844-0125

212

CheckSix AeroSolutions 2132 E Avion St Suite A Ontario, CA 91761 (909) 458 6477 checksixaerosolutions.com

BRONZE SPONSOR

505

Champion Aerospace LLC 1230 Old Norris Rd Liberty, SC 29657 (864)843-1162 championaerospace.com

224

Chelan Douglas

Regional Port Authority 3764 Airport Way Wenatchee 98802 (509) 884-4700 cdrpa.org

223

CiES, Inc.

63049 Lower Meadow Dr. Bend, OR 97701 541-977-1043 ciescorp.com

408

CityServiceValcon, LLC

640 W Montana St Kalispell, MT, 59901 406 250 9225 cityservicevalcon.com

314 Civil Air Patrol hhq.cap.gov

632

Clean Craft Detailing 14213 SE 52nd Pl. Bellevue, WA 98006 (206) 979-7044 cleancraftdetailing.com

202 - 203

Clover Park Technical College 17214 110th Ave E Puyallup, WA 98374 (253) 583-8904 cptc.edu

531

Command Aviation

2000 W Bakerview Rd Bellingham, WA 98226 (360) 733-3174 Commandaviation.net

703

Commemorative Air Force Rainier Squadron www.cafrainier.org 615

Concorde Battery Corp (303) 564-0825 concordebattery.com

425 Davis Aviation 117 Fox Hall Cir Bristol TN 37620 (423) 652 1113 davisaviation.ccm

729

DOT/ FAA -- FAAST Team 2200 S 216th Street Des Moines, WA 98198 faa.gov

333-334

Dynon Avionics, Inc. 19825 141st Place NE Woodinville, WA 98072 (425) 402-0114 dynonavionics.com532

Eagle Fuel Cells

617 Sky Lane Taxiway Eagle River, WI 54521 (715) 891-0524 eaglefuelcells.com

221

Edward Jones | Garrett Balduff 4200 6th Ave SE, Ste 302 Lacey, WA 98503 (564)999-4381

edwardjones.com/garrett-balduff

409

Electronics International 63296 Powell Butte Hwy Bend, OR 97701 (541) 318-6060 iFlyEi.com

104

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 1 Aerospace Blvd Daytona Beach,FL 32114 (480) 612-3000 erau.edu

403 Engel & Völkers - Yvonne Welty & Fontanez Laing Team 13397 Shoreline Drive SE Olalla, WA 98359 yvonnewelty.com 2532798274

226

Explore Hood Canal Mason County Tourism explorehoodcanal.com

830

FAA / Northwest Mountain

Region Aerospace Medicine

2200 South 216th Street

Des Moines,, WA 98198

FAA.gov

707

FAA FSDO

2200 S 216th St Des Moines, WA 98198 FAA.gov

706

FAA Safety Team

2200 S 216th St

Des Moines, WA 98198 FAA.gov

604

FAA Weather Cameras

222 W 7TH AVE, STOP 14 Anchorage, AK 99513-7504 (907) 775-0232 weathercams.faa.gov

710

FAA | Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast

800 Independent Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20591 faa.gov/air_traffic/technology/ equipadsb

331-332

Garmin International 13114 Cinnamon Fern Ln Charlotte, NC 28227 (954) 675-9264 garmin.com

524

General Aviation News PO Box 39099 Lakewood, WA 98439 (253) 471-9888 generalaviationnews.com

609

Greater Seattle Ninety Nines seattle99s.org

420

Got Your Six Aviation, LLC (503) 610 3394 gotyoursixaviation.com

206

Green River Community College 12401 SE 320th Street Auburn, WA 98092 (253) 833-9111 greenriver.edu

125

Hartwig Aircraft Fuel Cell Repair 26 South 4th St. Hallock, MN 56728 (218) 843-2221 hartwig-fuelcell.com

328

Hartzell Propeller Inc. One Propeller Place Piqua, OH 45356 (937) 214-3107 hartzellprop.com

217

Hillsboro Aero Academy 3565 NE Cornell Road Hillsboro, OR 97124 (503) 726-3000 flyhaa.com

603

Hillsboro Aviation 3845 NE 30th Ave Hillsboro, OR 97124 (971) 533 4948 hillsboroaviation.com

423

Hobbs Flyer, LLC 9001 Regent Pkwy Minneapolis, MN 55443 (904) 861-4591 hobbsflyer.com

111

Horizon Air

8070 NE Airtrans Way Portland, OR 97218 (206) 392-5054 careers.alaskaair.com

406

Idaho Aviation Association PO Box 2016 Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 358-5158 idahoaviation.com

323-324

Jahner Built Construction LLC 24624 78th Ave E Graham, WA 98338 jahnerbuilt.com

124 -125

Jet Star Publishing Flight For Control Flight For Safety Flight To Success karlenepetitt.blogspot.com

BRONZE SPONSOR

509-510

Jobe Real Estate

11109 Slater Ave NE, STE 200 Kirkland, WA 98033 (425) 444-7696 joberealestate.com

527

Kenmore Air Harbor 6321 NE 175th Kenmore, WA 98028 (866) 435-9524 kenmoreair.com

BRONZE SPONSOR

119- 120

King County Int. Airport -Boeing Field 7277 Perimeter Road South Seattle, WA 98108 (206) 296-7380 kingcounty.gov

404 Klamath Community College 7390 S 6th St Klamath Falls OR 97603 (541) 880-2229 klamathcc.edu

403

Landing Gear Works 295 E Perimeter Rd Renton, WA 98057 (509) 884-9546 tlgw.aero

432

Life Flight Network 22285 Yellow Gate Ln, Ste 102 Aurora OR 97002 (503) 678-4120 lifeflight.org

307

Maxcraft Avionics 250-18799 Airport Way Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2B4 (604) 465-3080 maxcraft.ca

522-523

McFarlane Aviation Products 684 East 1700 Road Baldwin City, KS 66006 (800) 544-8594 mcfarlaneaviation.com

214

McGee Air Services 901 Powell Ave SW Suite 201 Renton, WA 98057 (206) 962-2246 mcgeeairservces.com

525 Micro AeroDynamics, Inc 4000 Airport Road, Ste D Anacortes, WA 98221 (360) 293-8082 microaero.com

213

Mission Aviation Fellowship maf.org 317

Murphy Aviation 44849 Anglers Boulevard, TH 29 Chilliwack, BC V2R 0Y4 (778) 939-7909 murphyair.com

705

The Museum of Flight 9404 East Marginal Way South Seattle, WA 98108 (206) 768-7105 museumofflight.com

614

North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Peterson AFB Colorado Springs, CO norad.mil

BRONZE SPONSOR

429

Northwest Insurance Group

3301 Ne Cornell Rd Ste R Hillsboro OR 97124 (503) 640-6060 nwinsurance.net

BRONZE SPONSOR

231

Northwest Propeller Service 16607 103rd Avenue Ct E Puyallup, WA, 98374 (253) 770-7400 mhdrockland.com

709 Northwest 99s nw99s.org

712

Oasis Scientific Inc.

320 Ascot Ridge Lane Greer, SC 29650 (864) 202-0998 oasisscientific.com

414

Pacific Aviation Northwest, Inc. 2244 Carton Way Grants Pass, OR 97526 (541) 479-2230 pacificaviationnw.com

512

Pacific Buildings Systems 2100 N Pacific Hwy Woodburn OR 97071 (509) 306 0681 pbsbuildings.com

SILVER SPONSOR 430 - 431

Pacific Coast Avionics 22783 Airport Rd. NE Aurora, OR 97002 503-678-6242 pca.aero

626-628

Paine Field (PAE) kristin.banfield@snoco.org 9901 24th Pl W, Suite A Everett, WA 98204 (425) 388-5046 snoco.org

222

Pan Pacific Aero Products and Services, LLC 25822 NE 25th St Redmond, WA 98053 (386) 681-7794 pan-pacific.aero

224

Pangborn Airport | Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority 1 Pangborn Rd East Wenatchee WA 98802 (509) 544-4700 cdrpa.org

201 Pierce County Airport 2702 S 42nd, Ste 201 Tacoma, WA 98409 253-798-8551 piercecountywa.org

BRONZE SPONSOR 528 Pik West 27236 SE 13TH PL Sammamish, WA 98075 (425) 295-9166 pikwest.com

Pilot Safety Institute Pilotsafety.org

312

Port of Bremerton 8850 SW State Hwy 3 Bremerton, WA 98312 (360) 674-2381 portofbremerton.org

328

Power Flow Systems, Inc

795 Fentress Blvd, Ste A Daytona, FL 32114 (386) 253-8833 powerflowsystems.com

410 Progressive Air Services 2965 Airport Road Kamloops, BC V2B 7W8, Canada (250) 320-6748 progressivegrp.ca

Nortwest Propeller Service is a one-stop shop for General Aviation, Commercial and Military Fleet propeller maintenance specializing in Hartzell, McCauley, MT and Hamilton Sundstrand propeller assemblies.

700 Puget Sound Soaring Association 2108 N Mildred Street Tacoma WA 98406 pugetsoundsoaring.org

215 Purdue Global

2550 Northwestern Ave., Ste1100 West Lafayette, IN 47906 561-703-0480 purdueglobal.edu

612 – 613

R & M Steel Aviation PO Box 580 Caldwell, ID 83606-0580 (208) 454-1800 aviationbuildingsystem.com

115-116

Rainier Flight Service

790 W Perimeter Rd Renton, WA 98057 (425) 610-6293 rainierflight.com

Stay A While

The 2025 event will be held on February 22 – 23 in the Showplex at the WA State Fair Events Center in Puyallup, Washington. Park in the Blue Lot.

Below are a few area lodging choices - contact establishments for availability:

Holiday Inn Express

812 South Hill Park Drive 253-848-4900

Hampton Inn & Suites 1515 South Meridian 253-770-8880

WA State Fair discount: 15% off rack rates

Best Western Premier Plaza 620 South Hill Park Drive 253-848-1500

Visit washingtonaviation.org for additional options.

529

RAM Aircraft, L.P.

7505 Karl May Dr Waco TX 76708 (254) 855-2575 www.ramaircraft.com

606

Recreational Aviation Foundation 1711 W College St, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 582-1723. theraf.org

407

Red-Tailed Hawks Flying Club Box 1403 Mukilteo, WA 98275 (425) 512-0089 redtailedhawksflyingclub.org

205

Rocky Mountain College 1511 Poly Dr Billings, MT 59102 (406) 657-1060 rocky.edu

306

Root’s Flooring PO Box 3128 Battle Ground, WA 98604 (360) 904-8017 rootsfloorcoatings.com

117-118

Safety in Motion Flight Center 16911 103rd Ave E, #102 Puyallup, WA 98374 (253) 840-KPLU simflightcenter.com

313

Sea Con, LLC 9805 NE 124th St, Apt 107 Kirkland, WA 98034 (425) 985 7914 seaconllc.com

226

Scenic Washington Washington Tourism Resources scenicwa.com

622

BRONZE SPONSOR

Seattle Aviation Solutions 18103 NE 68th street C200 Redmond, WA 98052 (425) 217-9605 seattleav.com

507 – 508

Seaplane Pilots Association seaplanes.org

630

SEATTLE SEAPLANES, INC. 1325 Fairview Ave E Seattle, WA 98102 (206 329 9638 seattleseaplanes.com

228-229

Seitz Aviation 4111 W Belgrave Way Hayden, ID 83835 425 478 7163 seitzaviation.com

530

Six Pack Aero 2010 W Bakerview Rd Bellingham, WA 98226 (360) 739-4404 sixpackaero.com

405

Skagit Regional Airport - Port of Skagit 15400 Airport Drive Burlington WA 98233 (360) 757-0011 portofskagit.com

122-123

SkyWest 1089 W 100 North St George, WA 94770 (435) 634-3568 snohomishflying.com

626-628

Snohomish County Airport 3220 100th Street SW Everett, WA 98204 co.snohomish.wa.us

210

Snohomish Flying Service 9900 Airport Way

Snohomish, WA, 98296 (360) 568 1541 snohomishflying.com

504

Southern Cross Aviation 5250 NW 33rd Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 9546044156 scross.com

411

Specialized Aero Works Inc 63120 Powell Butte Rd Bend OR 97701 (541) 728-3620 fly-saw.com

825 – 827

Spencer Aircraft 16911 103rd Ave. E #102 Puyallup, WA 98374 (253)-848-9349 spenceraircraft.com

800

TeenFlight Puyallup teenflight.org

511

Tempest Aero Group 2208 Air Park Drive

Burlington NC 27215 (800) 822.3200 (Toll Free) tempestaero.com

227

Teledyne Battery Products 840 W Brockton Ave Redlands, CA, 92374 teledyne.com

515

The Landing Gear Works, LLC 295 E Perimeter Rd Renton, WA 98057 (509) 884-9546 tlgw.aero

705

The Museum of Flight

311

uAvionix Corporation 300 Pine Needle Lane Bigfork, MT, 59911 (415) 717-3899 uavionix.com

216

United Flying Octogenarians (360) 808-3266 www.ufopliots.org

607

United States Air Force

101 37th Ave SE, Ste A4 Puyallup, WA 98374 (253) 302-9436 airforce.com

309 Upper Valley Aviation 8406 Lockheed Place Chilliwack, BC V2P 8A7 (604) 792-0735 uppervalleyaviation.com

514

Utah Valley University Aviation Science

800 W University Pkwy Orem, UT 84058 (801) 863-7830 www.uvu.edu/aviation

230

Vertex Aviation Service 15426 Airport Drive Unit C BURLINGTON, WA 98233 ‘(360) 757-4876 vertexaviationservice.com

711

VSE AVIATION 6900 W Acco St Montebello, CA 90640 (323) 236-0061 vseaviation.com

310

Washington Airport Management Assoc. (509) 302-9624 wama.us

129 - 130

Washington Pilots Association wpaflys.org

506

Washington Seaplane Pilots (206) 769-7436 wa-spa.org

520 Washington State Patrol Aviation PO Box 42620 Olympia, WA 98504 (360) 704-2300 wsp.wa.gov

708

WA Women in Aviation waiwashingtonstate.org

106

Welden Pump

640 Golden Oak Pkwy Cleveland, OH 44146 weldonpumps.com

101-103

Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum 1600 Air Museum Rd. Hood River, OR 97031 waaamuseum.org

514

West Sound Pilots Association PO Box 822 Poulsbo WA 98370 (415) 990-0664

503

Western Skyways, Inc. 21 Creative Pl Montrose, CO 81401 (970) 249-0232 westernskyways.com

305

Whelen Aerospace Technologies 210 Airport Drive East Sebastion, FL 32958 (772) 263-8153 flywat.com

304 Wilco, Inc 3502 W Harry Wichita, KS 67213 (800)767-7593 wilcoaircraftparts.com

121

Wipaire

1700 Henry Ave South St Paul, MN 55075 888-947-2473 wipaire.com

309

WSDOT Aviation 7702 Terminal St SW Tumwater, WA 98501 (360) 709-8015 wsdot.wa.gov/travel/aviation

WASHINGTON AVIATION LOW COST ANTI-DRUG AND ANTI- ALCOHOL CONSORTIUM

The Washington Aviation Association (WAA), the same organization that annually hosts our Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show, operates a low-cost drug and alcohol consortium specifically designed for aviation businesses. This program effectively works on behalf of smaller companies to perform the required random drug and alcohol drawings for testing, thus allowing small businesses with fewer employees to share the valuable benefits of being part of a larger consortium. Some of the key benefits include support for FAA compliance and a reduced frequency of random draws, simply due to the greater volume of members participating in the consortium.

In addition to these services, the WAA provides support aimed at assisting small and medium-sized companies across the United States to ensure they remain in compliance with DOT and FAA regulations. If you have any questions or would like more information about how to join the Consortium, contact the program manager, Jamelle Garcia, at (253) 939-4273 or visit the organization’s official website and select the ‘Consortium’ option.

Seaplane Pilots Grounded Hogs Gala Keynotes Martin Mars Pilots

The Washington Seaplane Pilots Association (WSPA) is once again proudly hosting their much-anticipated annual Grounded Hogs Gala on February 21, 2025, the lively evening immediately preceding the Northwest Aviation Conference, at Renton’s esteemed Museum of Flight’s T. A. Wilson Great Gallery.

This year’s keynote presentation, titled “Men on Mars,” features esteemed Martin Mars pilots Peter Killin and Rick Matthews of Coulson Aviation, who have flown the impressive Martin Mars water bombers on various firefighting missions for many years. During the presentation, the pilots will share captivating stories from their time in the cockpit, as well as provide a detailed overview of the fascinating history behind these legendary aircraft.

Initially constructed in the 1940s, the Martin Mars was the largest aircraft ever built by the US Government during World War II. The United States Navy operated the airplanes across

the expanse between California and the Hawaiian islands for a remarkable duration of 13 years in support of essential military operations in the South Pacific.

Following the war, FIFT acquired and meticulously converted the Mars airframe into water bombers in 1960, operating as nimble aerial firefighting aircraft for an impressive 47 years in British Columbia – FIFT proved to be nothing less than a visionary, worldclass aviation organization committed to excellence.

The Martin Mars retained its title as the largest water bomber in the world until 2006, operating effectively for decades as a remarkable pair. During an aerial fire operation, these aircraft could collectively drop a staggering total of 14,400 US gallons (approximately 55,000 liters) of water in an initial attack strategy designed to tame a raging forest fire.

The Washington Seaplane Pilots’ Grounded Hogs evening begins with a delightful social hour and silent auction, followed by an overview of

the organization’s highlights over the past year. Recent successes include the establishment of new seaplane bases in Olympia and Lake Curlew, along with continued efforts to protect access to key aviation-friendly lakes spread across the entire state. In addition to the keynote presentation, the event features the much-celebrated Grounded Hogs raffle, offering exciting aviation gear, valuable flight experiences, and an array of other enticing prizes.

Guests of the Grounded Hogs Gala can enjoy the Museum of Flight admission with registration. Arrive early and check in at the admissions desk. The Museum of Flight opens at 10 am and closes at 5 pm for event setup.

Members, non-members, pilots, and non-pilots are welcome! This year, the cost per person is $125 for members and their guests, and $150 for non-members. On January 31, prices increased to $150 Members / $175 Non-Members.

Visit washingtonseaplanepilots.org for details and to purchase tickets to the event.

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And our events? Whatever the Northwest weather throws at us, we’ve got music & celebrations all year long that will be sure to make you feel like your part of the family. Embark on the ultimate road trip and find yourself on Hood Canal.

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Call toll free 866-922-7469 or visit explorehoodcanal.com for information. Download the WildsideWA APP in your Apple or Google Play Store for updates & maps!

Glider seminars expand topics at the NW Aviation Conference

NWAC and Puget Sound Soaring will offer sailplane workshops both SAT and SUN at the 2025 Conference. These events are free to attend with $10 event admission. The workshops require no preregistration.

1:00 PM, SAT, North Foyer

11:30 PM, SUN, North Foyer

EXPLORING THE FASCINATING WORLD OF GLIDING,

Brad Pattison, CFI-G/ATP & Marlene Nelson, ATP & Glider Pilot. (50 minutes)

This presentation will provide an indepth overview on entry to gliding and why you can become a better pilot by learning to fly gliders. We will highlight key topics including FAA requirements, various glider operations, local clubs and why soaring is such a blast! The sport of gliding combines the art of flying with an understanding of meteorology, making it both a scientific and adventurous pursuit.

2:15 PM, SAT, North Foyer

1:00 PM, SUN, North Foyer

HOW YOU CAN FLY HUNDREDS OF MILES - WITH NO ENGINE!

Noel Wade, Seattle Glider Council (50 minutes)

Glider pilots regularly stay aloft for several hours and cover hundreds of miles – all without an engine! Come see how regular everyday pilots achieve these exhilarating feats. This presentation will show you how we use the atmosphere to soar, why we do it, and how fun & rewarding it is to fly gliders cross-country! Noel Wade is a highly experienced glider pilot and teacher who’s set over a dozen aviation records, competed at the National & International level, and enjoys mentoring other pilots.

3:30 PM, SAT, North Foyer

2:30 PM, SUN, North Foyer

SOARING: AN OPTIMAL AND ECONOMICAL GATEWAY TO RECREATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL AVIATION

Brian Hart, Hood River Soaring (50 minutes)

Brian Hart, CFI-G and youth director at Hood River Soaring, along with a number of his young students, will share their experience and passion for soaring as a fun and economical gateway to powered recreational aviation as well as the most effective training for a future career in aviation. You will see how young pilots can solo in gliders as early as age 14, and how including a soaring education is a head start in aviation through developing superior knowledge, maturity, and stick-andrudder skills. It also will save you thousands of dollars on the way to a commercial power license!

NWAC Friends,

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2025 Northwest Aviation Conference & trade Show

Welcome to the Show

HOURS

Directions

Conference Schedule HIGHLIGHTS

Rachel

Event

WASHINGTON AVIATION ASSOCIATION

2025 Speaker Line up

BRUCE WILLIAMS

TOM ROGERS

JOHN SWEDBURG

TREVOR MOODY

EXPLORE

THE WORLD’S MOST ADVANCED COMPOSITE FLOATS

Keynote Presentations

JOLIE LUCAS

CECILIA ARAGON

Presentation

INTO THE ALLIGATOR’S MOUTH

Presentation

DANCING WITH GRAVITY: Essential Spin Training Skills

DARREN PLEASANCE

AOPA Pilot Town Hall

MIKE KLOTCH

WAYNE MCGHEE

KARLENE PETITT

It’s Time to Write your Story!

PHILIP MANDEL

Checklists: So Basic Yet So Misused

PILOT SAFETY

Power Loss at 300 Feet

10 Ways To Be 10 Times Safer

BILL MCGLYNN

Saving Special Places

CURT SCOTT

PILOT REFRESHER WORKSHOP:

Staying alive

VFR Skies

SHAWN PRATT

Pacific NW Mountain Flying Clinic

SAMANTHA KARMANIOLOS

Presentation

ITS NEVER A BORING DAY AT JFK TOWER

STEVE BATEMAN

2025 Presentations

The Art of Flying a Tailwheel Aeroplane

JONATHAN “JJ” GREENWAY

RICHARD KENNINGTON

ANDREW GEORGE

Seminars

Getting the Most Out of ATC

BRENDAN O’MARA

2025 NW AVIATION CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Introduction to Aviation Careers

2025 NW AVIATION CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

2025 NORTHWEST AVIATION CONFERENCE

Not a member?

Sparked by aviation

2025 CAREER FORUM INSPIRE FUTURES

CAREER FORUM WORKSHOP

INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION

FUNDING THE DREAM

CAREER PANEL: OVERVIEW OF JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN AVIATION

BAKER AVIONICS ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF CAD PANELS, A NEW AIRCRAFT PANEL DIVISION

IA Maintenance Renewal Seminars at the Aviation Conference

Bronze Level Sponsor

Paine Field Airport celebrates 25 years of Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary

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Buy, Sell, Lease & Invest in Aviation Real Estate with Jobe Real Estate

Exhibit Hall Layout

2025 EXHIBITOR LIST

Stay A While

WASHINGTON AVIATION LOW COST ANTI-DRUG AND ANTI- ALCOHOL CONSORTIUM

Seaplane Pilots Grounded Hogs Gala Keynotes Martin Mars Pilots

HOOD CANAL | OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK & FOREST (THE WILD SIDE)

Dreaming of the perfect escape?

Glider seminars expand topics at the NW Aviation Conference

3 Alternates you need in every IFR Flight Plan

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