Air Show Operations Primer

ASOP Training

Exciting new add on training day Friday January 31st!

This new collaborative effort between NECAS and ICAS is a condensed version of the two perennially popular introductory workshops offered at the ICAS Convention each year: Air Shows 101 Air/Ground Operations Training Workshop and Air Shows 102 Business Basics Workshop.

Offered during an information-packed full day on Friday, January 31 (requiring a Thursday night arrival for some NECAS Conference attendees), this new program has been developed specifically for this year’s 2025 NECAS Conference. It is tailored to the information and training needs of new staff members and volunteers who require a deeper and comprehensive understanding of the complexities air shows and how they are planned and executed.

Why Register Members of Your Team for the New Air Show Operations Primer?


Getting up to speed on the regulations, rules, requirements, and recommendations related to putting on an air show can be intimidating. And for the more experienced people on your staff charged with helping to train new staff and volunteers, the orientation of newbies can be time-consuming and distracting.

Using time-tested components from two successful ICAS training workshops, Air Show Operations Primer has been developed to provide a comprehensive introduction and eliminate the necessary, but sometimes inefficient learning curve required to bring new personnel on board.

The ASOP will features presentations on:

  • Timelines for initiating each aspect of planning;
  • Mitigating hazards;
  • Considerations for hiring performers;
  • Emergency response planning;
  • Establishing strong ground support;
  • Budget and finance;
  • Sponsorships;
  • Marketing and social media;
  • Facilities and logistics;
  • Hospitality;
  • Volunteer recruitment and management; and
  • Admissions and ticketing.

Timeline:

  • Arrive at the Sheraton Niagara Falls, NY Thursday afternoon or evening
  • Welcome Night Cap Gathering at 8 pm in the Rain Forest Café
    • A beverage and snack will be provided
  • 7:00 am Breakfast across the street in the Niagara Falls Convention Center Cataract Room
  • 7:30 am Training begins in designated room at Niagara Falls Convention Center
  • 12:00 pm Lunch is served in the Niagara Falls Convention Center Cataract Room
  • 6:30 pm return to Sheraton for the NECAS Conference Welcome Reception

Cost:

The cost to attend the ASOP training is $150 and includes training materials, all meals, the Thursday Night Cap, and 2 drink tickets at the Friday night NECAS Welcome Reception.

  • Since you’re already here why not stay for the NECAS Conference and network with other industry members? As a special bonus ASOP Class Members can choose to stay for the remainder of the NECAS Conference at the discounted rate of $150 which includes 2025 NECAS Membership Fee, all meals, 2 drinks at the Friday night NECAS Welcome Reception, and 2 drinks at the Saturday night NECAS Banquet

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