Regional Aviation Association of Australia

Not that we're biased, but we're absolutely claiming last week's Roadshow as one of our best so far! Over 100 people joined us in Fremantle for a relaxed and informative two days on the west coast. Our welcome function at Little Creatures Brewery really kicked us off with plenty of networking opportunities (inc three brewery tours thrown in for extra fun) whilst watching the amazing western sunset. The next day we were blown away by the Fremantle Sailing Club - it was the perfect venue to host a day of conference sessions led by our engaging and informative presenters. We were given updates by Airservices Australia and the Bureau of Meteorology; treated to the behind-the-scenes story of Nexus Airlines' first year of operation; took a look at AMSL Aero's Vertiia's untethered test flights; discussed pilot training and the role VR and AR technology is going to play into the future with Flight Options (Australia) Pty Ltd; considered how we can further build resilience amongst our pilot cohort with Australian Federation of Air Pilots (AFAP) , and reviewed the (often somewhat undervalued) importance of stabilised approaches with Civil Aviation Safety Authority. Thank you to everyone who made the effort to get across to WA. It was also great to see so many staff who came along from our local members too - it really is a great opportunity for them to meet their industry colleagues from across the country, in all areas of regional aviation... And finally, thank you also to our sponsors! AMDA Foundation Limited, Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Airservices Australia, QBE Insurance, Viva Energy Australia, Aviation Australia, Pacific Turbine Brisbane, World Fuel Services, Aerodrome Management Services Pty Ltd, CASAIR Group and Business Events Perth Rob Walker GAICD FRAeS & Malcolm Sharp #raaaroadshow

Introducing our two new Board members who were announced at this week's AGM! Welcome to Michael Evans from Maroomba Airlines and Stuart Burns from CASAIR Group! Mike and Stu bring extensive aviation experience to the Board (both as pilots and as business owners) and we are very much looking forward to working with them over the coming year. We also welcome back Malcolm Sharp (Chair), Mark Wardrop (Vice Chair), Stewart Tully (Vice Chair), Greg Atkin, Daniel Bowden, Carl Jepsen, Michael McConachy, Eliza Tipping, David Trevelyan and Shannon Wells, and extend our sincerest gratitude to outgoing members Adrianne Fleming OAM GAICD and Jim Davis for their extensive contribution over the years. Rob Walker GAICD FRAeS, Natalie Gane

LAST CHANCE to purchase your tickets to come along to the next RAAA Roadshow in Fremantle - 4 & 5 December! Enjoy two days networking with RAAA members on our stunning west coast, and hear presentations from AMSL Aero, Nexus Airlines, Flight Options (Australia) Pty Ltd, Australian Federation of Air Pilots (AFAP), Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Airservices Australia and the Bureau of Meteorology. Come and hear all about the RAAA's new 5-year strategy, new technologies, and the latest advancements in pilot training. Your Roadshow ticket includes an exclusive RAAA tour at Little Creatures Brewery with sunset drinks and canapes on Wednesday and conference day with wrap up drinks and dinner at Fremantle Sailing Club on Thursday. * Full program here - https://lnkd.in/gsnDYxbM * Tickets available here - https://lnkd.in/gCrQc-NB Rob Walker GAICD FRAeS, Malcolm Sharp Business Events Perth #regionalroadshow #fremantleroadshow

The program for our next Roadshow in Fremantle on 4 & 5 December has been released and it's a value packed program! Come and hear all about the RAAA's new 5-year strategy, the new Vertiia aircraft being developed by AMSL Aero (the world's first eVTOL designed to be powered by hydrogen) and the story behind Nexus Airlines... their first 12 months. To continue our discussions on pilot training, Rick Heaton M.Av.Mgt FRAeS from Flight Options will be looking at demand issues and solutions and Naomi Radke from Australian Federation of Air Pilots (AFAP) will demo their Pilot Resilience Program which is founded on scenario-based training. Also join us to get the latest updates from Airservices Australia, Civil Aviation Safety Authority and Bureau of Meteorology. It's going to be a fantastic day of information sharing, good company and great conversations. Full program and tickets now available here... https://lnkd.in/gnJYixc Rob Walker GAICD FRAeS, Malcolm Sharp Business Events Perth #regionalroadshow #fremantleroadshow

If an accident or incident occurs, are you prepared for what comes next? Our next Technical Working Group webinar is coming up on Monday 18 November from 12:30 - 14:30 (AEDST). Led by RAAA Vice Chair, Mark Wardrop, we'll be hearing about a real-world experience from long-time RAAA Member Dean Mooney, AAAA CEO Matthew Harper who will talk about Crisis Management Plans and why you need one, and we'll also hear from the Australian Transport Safety Bureau too to find out what will they be asking you if an accident does happen. Register here for your free spot... https://lnkd.in/ghfvdJzt   Rob Walker GAICD FRAeS, Malcolm Sharp, Eliza Tipping #RAAAwebinar #emergencyresponseplan

You are invited to participate in an important research study on mental health, culture and wellbeing in the general aviation community. Your experiences and insights are invaluable in shaping the future of our industry. RAAA member Angela Garvey - Navigating Aviation is undertaking the survey with support from the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (DITRDCA). Your participation can make a real difference in improving the work environment for all general aviation professionals. Thank you for considering this opportunity to have your voice heard. The survey is being conducted by an independent, third party research agency, Bastion Insights. Click here for the survey - https://lnkd.in/gdzamcEk

This is your last chance to register for our next webinar exploring cyber security in the aviation industry. RAAA Vice Chairman Mark Wardrop is facilitating this FREE webinar on Wednesday from 12:30-14:00 (AEST). Mark will lead off the meeting sharing his own experience of GPS jamming whilst in flight. He'll then be joined by David Peterson (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) to discuss cybersecurity of aircraft and ground-based systems and cyber security leader, Mark Smink, to look at cyber risk and business continuity issues. Come ready with questions and be prepared for some take-home actions! Register for the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gsbWVHTA Rob Walker GAICD FRAeS Malcolm Sharp Eliza Tipping #RAAAwebinar #RAAATWG #cybersecuritywebinar 

Ever been GPS spoofed or jammed? Worried about the impact of 5G on your operations? Join the RAAA's Technical Working Group (TWG) for a sky-high view of the cyber threats facing our industry, right down to what you can do in your own business to prepare for, and mitigate the effects of, a security breach. RAAA Vice Chairman Mark Wardrop will facilitate this FREE webinar next Wednesday, 25 September, from 12:30-14:00 (AEST). Mark will kick off the meeting sharing his own experience of GPS jamming whilst in flight. He'll then be joined by David Peterson (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) to discuss cybersecurity of aircraft and ground-based systems and then we'll hear from a cyber security expert to look at cyber risk and business continuity issues. Register your interest here to get the online link: https://lnkd.in/gsbWVHTA Rob Walker GAICD FRAeS Malcolm Sharp Eliza Tipping #RAAAwebinar #RAAATWG #cybersecuritywebinar

Just reminiscing of warmer times in Darwin! 😉 Last week our Board spent a day working on the RAAA’s strategy for the next 5 years. We were treated with a very informative trip down memory lane as we reviewed where we’ve come from (led by former RAAA Chair Michael Bridge), looked into where we are now and then jumped into the fun part to brainstorm where we all want to go in the near future… Our new strategic plan is shaping up well and will be shared with our members soon… Carl Jepsen Stewart Tully Shannon Wells Michael McConachy Eliza Tipping Malcolm Sharp Adrianne Fleming OAM GAICD Mark Wardrop Daniel Bowden David Trevelyan Greg Atkin Rob Walker GAICD FRAeS

And that’s a wrap for Darwin!! Safe travels to everyone heading home now and hopefully those that caught the red eye out last night are still functioning ok today 😉! It’s very clear to us that one of the main benefits of being involved with the RAAA is the chance to catch up with your fellow colleagues and discuss all manner of issues - and it’s also pretty cool to see new initiatives form out of these networking opportunities too…🤗 Hopefully see you all again in Fremantle in December! From the RAAA Board and Exec Malcolm Sharp Mark Wardrop Adrianne Fleming OAM GAICD Shannon Wells David Trevelyan Carl Jepsen Eliza Tipping Greg Atkin Michael McConachy Stewart Tully Jim Davis Rob Walker GAICD FRAeS Natalie Gane #raaaroadshow #darwinroadshow