General Information
Conference Agenda (PDF)
The Conference
For the first time, the FAA and MAMA are holding their conferences consecutively in the same location. The FAA Conference will be from October 27-29, 2008 and will begin with a reception followed by a series of informative workshop sessions and will end after lunch on Wednesday. The MAMA Conference will begin Wednesday afternoon, includes a dinner Wednesday night and concludes on Thursday.
Who Should Attend?
Airport industry professionals, including airport owners, operators, board members, local government officials, state aeronautical staffs, planners, engineers, consultants, operations personnel, airport users and students in the fields of aviation.
Certificates of Attendance
Certificates of attendance will be made available to all registered attendees.
Location
The conference will be held at the Doubletree Boston/Bedford Glen, 44 Middlesex Turnpike in Bedford, Massachusetts. A limited number of hotel rooms have been held for the FAA Conference. Call (781) 275-5500 before September 27, 2008 to get the reduced rate of $115.
Exhibits
The exhibit area will be open Monday evening for the reception and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during conference hours.
Registration
Register online, via fax or by mail. To obtain a refund, cancellations must be by written notice to The Main Event prior to September 27, 2008. Refund liability is limited to return of the registration fee.
Conference Coordinator
If you have questions regarding registration, exhibiting or sponsorships, please contact our conference coordinator:
Jennifer Leon
The Main Event
Phone: (816) 795-6616
Fax: (816) 795-6686 |
Conference Synopsis
Conference Objectives
A forum for aviation interests within the six-state New England Region (Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine) to discuss topics and concerns related to airports and aviation. This conference provides an excellent opportunity to expand knowledge of aviation issues, foster information exchange and establish networking relationships. Issues to be addressed include safety, standards, planning, engineering, funding and construction.
Breakout Sessions
The sessions include a wide variety of topics and speakers on subjects that should meet the needs of the diverse audience our conference attracts.
Exhibit Hall
There will be over 20 booths with exhibitors displaying the latest information on products and services available to operators and managers of all sizes of airport facilities.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the conference. Includes exhibit booth and two full registrations. Levels are as follows:
Sponsorship Opportunities
| Level |
FAA or MAMA Each Only |
Both Conferences |
| Gold |
$1,250 |
$2,500 |
| Silver |
$750 |
$1,500 |
| Bronze |
$350 |
$700 |
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