2016 Minnesota Airports Conference
April 20–22, 2016
Brainerd, MN
About the Event
The annual Minnesota Airports Conference features experts in aviation and aerospace fields sharing their experiences in general assembly presentations, workshops, and open forums. The conference, held in conjunction with the Minnesota Council of Airports annual meeting, also includes technical and safety presentations, an industry trade show, and an awards and recognition program.
Conference Presentations
Air Service Development Challenges & Emerging Trends Impacting Non-hub Airports
Emerging trends and challenges facing regional or non-hub airports
Technology, Social Media, & Public Engagement for Small Airports
Creative ways to employ technology and social media to effectively reach your target audience
Opening Luncheon
Experiences and insights from naval aviator, astronaut, aviation accident investigator, and air race pilot Robert “Hoot” Gibson
FAA Update
Update on funding and policy topics at the FAA
MnDOT Aeronautics Update
Latest funding and policy topics at MnDOT
Airport Liability and Risk Management
Airport risk management best practices and airport liability topics
Airline Pilot Shortage Discussion
Challenges to sustainable air service in regional centers
Your Community’s Front Door—Is Your Airport “Minnesota Nice?”
What matters most to pilots and passengers and cost-effective strategies for improvements
Emerging Technology to Administer and Maintain Small Airports
Creative ways to employ technology to operate and maintain an airport
- Blaine Peterson, Duluth Airport Authority (PDF)
- Jason Ceminsky, Mankato Regional Airport (PDF)
- Melissa Underwood, Bolton & Menk (PDF)
Airport Sustainability
Simple ways to make an airport more sustainable
- Tricia Fantinato, TKDA (PDF)
- Tiffany Finley, MSP/MAC (PDF)
- Jen Wolchansky, Mead & Hunt (PDF)
- Josh Fitzpatrick, FAA (PDF)
Airport Zoning Update
Updates on airport safety zoning requirements and proposed legislative changes
Sponsors
The conference is brought to you by the Minnesota Council of Airports and the Minnesota Department of Transportation and facilitated by the Airport Technical Assistance Program (AirTAP).