Avionics News February 2012 - 14

AEA Convention Coverage Expands in D.C.
One of the most popular sessions each year at the AEA International Convention & Trade Show is the New Product Introductions. This must-see event continues to draw the attention of the entire general aviation community. In fact, the Aero-News Network will be live-streaming the New Product Introductions around the world on the Internet. This year’s production will be in highdefinition quality for the first time. In addition, each NPI presentation will be syndicated to dozens of popular E-media and aviation sites, such as YouTube, for even greater exposure. ANN will produce live programming throughout the week and con-

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duct high-tech live interviews on the AEA Exhibit Hall floor. The live streaming will be available online at www.aea.net and www.aero-news.net. The AEA will host a media

luncheon for members of the press on April 4, sponsored by Sporty’s and Aspen Avionics. AEA members are encouraged to bring press releases to the press headquarters for distribution. q

BENEFIT OF THE MONTH:

AEA Website

One of the first stops for AEA members in search of the latest regulatory topics, technical information, training opportunities and association news is www.aea.net. The AEA website offers 24-hour access for AEA members around the globe who are in need of online training, meeting and event information, magazine archives, warranty claims, regulatory updates and much more. The AEA website is the most comprehensive site for certified repair stations in the world. To set up a web account, contact Aaron Ward, director of information services for the AEA, at aaronw@aea.net or 816-347-8400. q
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