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NAFA 52nd Annual Conference

16 Apr 2024 @ 8:00am MST
18 Apr 2024 @ 6:30pm MST

 

Event Details

Join us at the NAFA 52nd Annual Conference, April 16–18, 2024, at the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa in picturesque Tucson, Arizona, and embark on a journey to elevate your expertise in business aviation finance. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to network, learn, and thrive in the world of business aviation finance.

Our annual conference brings together aviation finance professionals from all over to discuss best practices and ways to ensure transactional integrity in your aviation financing business. We’ll also discuss changes in the business aviation landscape, to support your business and ensure you have the resources you need to succeed!

 

Why Attend?

Industry-Tailored: NAFA52 is organized to advance the business aviation finance sector, and this year's conference will help deepen your understanding of the current landscape and the changes affecting the industry.

Powerful Networking: With facilitated events and built-in free time, you’ll be able to meet with potential contacts and your friends and colleagues from all over the industry.

Economic Insights and Business Aviation Updates: Gain valuable insights and explore critical topics such as the industry's economic status, FAA regulatory updates, pre-owned market dynamics, aircraft values, and strategies to ensure transaction integrity.

 

Who Should Attend?

This conference is designed for professionals in the business aviation finance industry, including:

  • Brokers/Dealers/OEMs
  • Financiers
  • Lawyers/Accountants
  • Risk Management Experts
  • Appraisers
  • Title/Escrow Professionals
  • and more! 

Early bird registration ended March 1, 2024!  

As of March 19, 2024, the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa is fully booked. NAFA has negotiated a meeting rate at the AC Hotel Tucson Downtown for attendees to take advantage of.  The AC Hotel Tucson Downtown is around 15 minutes from the conference by car, so please plan travel to and from NAFA52 accordingly.

The AC Hotel Tucson Downtown booking link will be provided upon registration for the conference (in confirmation email) or by contacting admin@NAFA.aero.


Conference Registration Cancellation Policy: All cancellation requests must be made in writing (email is acceptable).  Cancellations requested prior to April 8 will incur a 15% cancellation fee.  No refunds will be made after April 8, however if you wish to transfer the ticket to another person in your organization, that may be done at no additional charge.  To process any and all cancellation requests, please email admin@nafa.aero.  

 

Agenda subject to change.

This program is jointly sponsored by NAFA and the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) and will include critical updates on trends in aircraft appraisal and an overview of best practices. This 1-day program is a powerful overview of the many factors that must be considered in the aircraft appraisal process, no matter what market you focus on.

Whether you’re a seasoned appraiser or new to the field, this program provides an overview and update based on current and upcoming trends in the market and is an invaluable resource. Investing just 1 day into your knowledge can help set you up for success. Add this seminar to your registration today.

During this session you will be able to complete the following:   

  • Eight hours of continuing education credit for qualified ASA members 

  • Ethics and USPAP update 

  • Expert Witness Preparation 

  • In depth fixed wing market review by IADA Chairman 

  • Deep dive into the helicopter market 

  • Advanced Air Mobility Presentation 

  • Appraiser’s best practices discussion 

  • A deep dive into understanding electronic maintenance tracking. 



Take a Jeep Tour through the beautiful Tortolita Mountains and learn more about local history, Native American history, and geology. The tour guides will take you through beautiful vistas such as the Mighty Saguaro, the “Jumping” Cholla and the “Whoa Wait a Minute Bush,” and you’ll have the opportunity to see local critters in their natural environment! You’ll also be able to get out of the Jeep and explore the desert mountains up close.

The tour starts and ends at the resort so you don’t need to worry about figuring out where to go. Be sure to bring close-toed shoes and a sense of adventure!

Includes box lunch.


Join us for a golf tournament at the Starr Pass Tucson Golf Club. This club has three true desert courses that have been played by the likes of Arnold Palmer, Phil Mickelson and Nancy Lopez.

This year’s golf tournament will take place April 17, and proceeds will benefit the NAFA Foundation, funding the National Aircraft Finance Association Award for Faculty Excellence.

Please see NAFA Golf Tournament Sponsorship Options tab for all golf sponsorship opportunities.

Box lunch included.

Ticket Name Sale Ends Price Quantity
Early Bird Registration - NAFA Member
01 Mar 2024
$1,500.00
Sale Ended
Regular Registration - NAFA Member
09 Apr 2024
$1,650.00
Log In Required
Non-NAFA Member Registration 09 Apr 2024 $2,600.00
Log In Required
Spouse Registration 09 Apr 2024 $400.00
Log In Required
Alternate Activity - Jeep Tour (includes lunch)
24 Mar 2024
$250.00
Sale Ended
NAFA Golf Tournament (includes box lunch) 09 Apr 2024 $225.00
Log In Required
NAFA/ASA Aircraft Appraisal Education Program (NAFA Member)
09 Apr 2024
$495.00
Log In Required
NAFA/ASA Aircraft Appraisal Education Program (Non-NAFA Member) 09 Apr 2024 $750.00
Log In Required

16 Apr 2024 @ 8:00am MST
18 Apr 2024 @ 6:30pm MST

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Conference Registration Cancellation Policy:  All cancellation requests must be made in writing (email is acceptable).  Cancellations requested prior to April 8 will incur a 15% cancellation fee.  No refunds will be made after April 8, however if you wish to transfer the ticket to another person in your organization, that may be done at no additional charge. 

To process any and all cancellation requests, please email admin@nafa.aero.