2018 Fly-In
Washington DC
LEAD. ADVOCATE. EDUCATE. 

On Sept. 12-14, 2018, attendees will crisscross the nation’s capital to meet members of Congress, staffers, regulators and industry allies to sound a unified message: Help aviation maintenance schools build the technical workforce of the future.

Day 1 will bring together regulators from the Federal Aviation Administration and the Department of Education to discuss upcoming and current regulatory initiatives, and industry group ally representatives to collaborate on mutual objectives and activities.

Day 2 will provide the opportunity to encourage policymakers to pass laws that bolster the efforts of instructors and students as they build the next generation of aviation professionals. Attendees will inform congressional leaders of the issues at the forefront of aviation maintenance education and those concerns unique to your institution. It is also a great way to educate policymakers about the numerous ways the industry impacts communities across the country.

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Testimonials
Hear what people are saying about the event.

​“First time working on Capitol Hill, and I must say it was a learning experience.  I would encourage everyone to attend next year and take an active part in promoting our career agenda.  Regardless of your political affiliation, you owe it to yourself to be active, contribute to ATEC efforts and learn from that experience.” -La Vern Phillips, Director of Business Development, Aviation Institute of Maintenance

Sponsors
This event is made possible through generous member contributions. Pledge your support here.

Logistics

Cost 
Member: $300; Non Member: $600; Board Member: Free

Accommodation
Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street
Accommodation is available at the group rate of $134 per night for Sept. 11-15. Call 1.800.331.3131 and reference ATEC, or book online here. The deadline to book at the discounted rate is Aug. 14.
​Preparation

1. Get acquainted with ATEC's Legislative Tool Kit, including our legislative priorities
2. Request meetings with your members of Congress (don't worry, ATEC will help!):
   • Identify and obtain contact information for your representatives
   • Call the congressional office and request the scheduler's email address
   • Send a meeting request via email
   • Follow up with a phone call within 48 hours

Agenda

Coming soon.