Your Weekly Bulletin – September 12, 2024

New! Membership Satisfaction Survey

We are excited to launch the CBAA Membership Survey, part of our ongoing effort to enhance our services and better align with our members’ needs. Over the next six weeks, we will release a new survey each Monday, closing on Friday. This series of surveys provides a valuable opportunity to share your insights on various aspects of our services and ensure your voice is heard!

Starting Monday, Sept. 9, Week 1 will focus on gathering essential demographic information. By participating, you’ll help us tailor our offerings to better suit your needs and have a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card. Your feedback is crucial to us! Take the survey here.

Stay tuned for each week’s survey and help us to serve you better!

If you have any questions, please contact us at membersupport@cbaa.ca.

CBAA Works for You: Meeting with Transport Canada Leadership

Last week, CBAA President and CEO Anthony Norejko met with incoming Associate Deputy Minister of Transport, Brigitte Diogo, and Transport Canada’s Associate Director General, Civil Aviation, Andy Cook. During this conversation, the CBAA shared and engaged on issues that impact our members. Specifically:

1. ICAO Audit: TC’s results and go forward steps. 
2. Service Levels: TC’s service level for CAR 604 and 704/703 operators, including recent member challenges with medical and licence booklet renewals. 
3. Environmental Concerns: As a signatory to the Aviation Action Climate plan, we discussed where we are and where we need to go, while celebrating the steps our industry has already taken.  
4. Nav Canada: Discussions around TC’s role in Nav Canada’s service delivery across the country.  

This is just a snapshot of our conversation with Transport Canada. CBAA remains fully engaged with government and stakeholder partners as the voice of business aviation in Canada. 

CBAA Webinar: Getting Ready for an Audit

Is there an audit looming in your future? Join CBAA for an online webinar on Oct. 10, as we share tips and best practices for preparing for internal and Transport Canada audits. Discover the differences between quality control and quality assurance, and stay informed about the latest audit trends and proposed regulatory changes.

• Date: Oct. 10, 2024
• Time: 2:00 – 3:00PM ET
• Location: Zoom Webinar

Click here to Register

Quick Survey: Tell Us About Your Audit Experiences

In our ongoing pursuit of service and safety, CBAA is gathering valuable insights on your experiences with Transport Canada audits or inspections. Your feedback is crucial to help identify areas for improvement and implement effective safety enhancements. We kindly request your time to complete this confidential survey.Survey details:

• Duration: Approximately 10 minutes
• Link: Survey Here
• Deadline: Oct. 14, 2024

Why should I complete the survey? Information gathered in the survey will:

• Increase the CBAA’s knowledge about CAR 604 operators’ regulatory compliance
• Provide information not already available in the Risk Management System (RMS) to improve the CBAA’s annual Hazard Report.
• Provide the CBAA with a better understanding of how the services we offer help (or could help) our operator members comply with regulatory requirements, such as: 

• Standardization of best practices among private operators in Canada; and,
• Streamlining of procedures and processes.

We greatly appreciate your participation and value your input. If you have any questions or require assistance, please feel free to reach out to membersupport@cbaa.ca.

MMEL Addendum – Bombardier BD-700

Transport Canada has issued an MMEL document for the BD-700-2A12 Revision 5 dated 5 September 2024 and is available through the TC MMEL website at TCCA MMEL-TCS.

MMEL Addendum – Bombardier BD-700-1A10 / 1A11

Transport Canada has issued an MMEL document for the BD-700-1A10 / 1A12 Temporary Revision 22-1 dated 27 August 2024 and is available through the TC MMEL website at TCCA MMEL-TCS.

ICYMI: OPSGROUP Issues Final Reports on GPS Spoofing

The OPSGROUP GPS Spoofing WorkGroup has released its final report on GPS Spoofing. Find out how and why GPS spoofing happens, read about related safety concerns, and get valuable crew guidance for spoofing situations. Find the report here.

ICYMI: California to Ban Leaded Avgas in 2031

The state of California is set to ban leaded aviation gasoline by the year 2031, making it the first U.S. state to pass such legislation. The Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) initiative has until 2030 to come up with a drop-in replacement fuel for piston aircraft. Read more from AVweb.

ICYMI: MMEL Addendum – Bombardier BD-100, CL-600 Series & BD-700 Series Aircraft

Transport Canada has issued the following MMEL documents, available through the TC MMEL website at TCCA MMEL-TCS:

• BD-100-1A10, original issue dated 27 August 2024
• CL-600 / 601 / 604 / 605 / 650, Revision 3 dated 27 August 2024
• BD-700-1A10 / 1A11, original issue dated 27 August 2024

ICYMI: Nominate an Aviation Safety Professional by Sept. 20

Transport Canada’s Aviation Safety Award is given to Canadians and Canadian organizations (groups, companies, agencies or departments) that have made a significant and outstanding contribution to aviation safety in Canada. To be eligible, nominees must meet one of these criteria:

1. A demonstrated commitment and an exceptional dedication to Canadian aviation safety over an extended period of time (three years or longer);
2. The successful completion of a program or research project that has had a significant impact on Canadian public aviation safety; or,
3. An outstanding act, effort, contribution or service to aviation safety.

Additional supporting documentation is required in addition to the nomination form. Find the nomination form and details here.

All nominations should be submitted to TCCAAviationSafetyAward-PrixdelasecuriteaerienneTCAC@tc.gc.ca. The deadline to submit nominations for the 2025 Aviation Safety Award is Friday, September 20, 2024.

To see the list of past winners, please visit: Transport Canada Aviation Safety Award: Past winners

Wanted: Fall Chapter Meeting Sponsors

CBAA is coming to a city near you! We are preparing to roll out our Fall Chapter Meetings, beginning with Quebec on Oct. 2. These meetings are a valuable opportunity to connect with your fellow business aviation professionals to discuss important issues facing our industry.

How can you help? We have many opportunities available for Regional Chapter Meeting Sponsors! Your support is crucial for ensuring a successful event. Elevate your presence in the Canadian business aviation industry by choosing to sponsor one meeting or all seven – either way, you’ll receive many benefits, including the chance to showcase your products and services at the meeting. Please note that sponsors must be CBAA members in good standing. 

At this time, we would also like to thank our confirmed event sponsors – we couldn’t do it without you!

Tell Us: What Meeting Topics are Important to You?

Would you like to help inform our meeting agendas? Your input is valuable. Please take a moment to share your thoughts through our Content Preferences Survey.

IBAC, CTX Unveil New Biz Av Carbon Credit Program

The International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) has partnered with Carbon Trade eXchange to offer a voluntary program that will help business aviation operators offset their CO2 emissions through the purchase of carbon credits. Read more.

Government Support Needed to Build Pilot Pipeline

A recent article in Wings Magazine looks at the challenges Canadian flight training units are facing, particularly with recent reductions to the number of student visas for 2024. Many pilot training programs depend on revenue from foreign students, several of whom go on to work as flight instructors at Canadian schools. Read the story, including commentary from CBAA Chair Andy Nureddin.

GAMA Releases 2nd Quarter Activity Report

The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has released its Q2 2024 Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report. Robust demand for new aircraft continues to drive the industry, said GAMA. In fact, 322 business jets were delivered in the first six months of this year, representing an 8.8 per cent increase over 2023. Get the report here.

EBAA, GAMA Publish European Biz Av Manifesto

The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) have published their manifesto for the 2024-2029 European legislative term. It calls on policymakers to support business aviation by advancing three main pillars: enabling biz av to reach net-zero by 2050; safeguarding a competitive and fair market; and investing in Europe for a cleaner, greener future. See the manifesto here.

Join the CBAA Industry Partner Program

Expand your reach in the Canadian business aviation community by becoming a CBAA Industry Partner!Why Become an Industry Partner? 

• Exclusive Access: Connect with our operator members and the broader Canadian business aviation community. 
• Visibility: Feature your organization year-round on CBAA’s Industry Partner webpage. 
• Special Recognition: Bi-weekly, one "Feature Partner" is highlighted in CBAA’s weekly bulletin (reaching over 2,400 contacts) and shared on LinkedIn with over 5,000 subscribers. 

How It Works 

• Eligibility: Open to CBAA members in good standing. 
• Participation: Offer discounted pricing or special benefits to CBAA members. 
• Benefits: Showcase your brand, build relationships, and contribute to the growth of Canadian business aviation. 

Interested in Joining? 

• If you're interested in becoming an Industry Partner, reach out to membersupport@cbaa.ca. 

For More Information 

• To learn more or to see a list of our current Industry Partners, click here. 

Join us today to enhance your organization’s industry presence and engagement!