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Original equipment manufacturers can help individuals seeking IA renewal
and their dealers satisfy their training program requirements by following the
simple training course requirements outlined in FAA Order 8900.1
Volume 3 Chapter 56. Read more on page 20.
Cover photo by Jeff Kirchhoff

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Take advantage of AEA Regional Meetings

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AEA Now

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The View from Washington by Ric Peri

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International News and
Regulatory Updates by Ric Peri

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Wired for Standby by Dave Higdon

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FAA-Accepted Training by Mike Adamson

Simplicity for OEMs developing courses and for
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Member Profile by Christine Knauer

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Clear Skies Ahead: Electrical engineer combines
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Drawing the ADS-B Difference by Scott Spangler

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The Status of the Stand-alone
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Tools for Today's Pilots by Dave Higdon

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AEA award unites partners' upgrade decision

Garmin shows off Connext, Flight Stream and Garmin Pilot

Member Profile by Christine Knauer

G.H. Enterprises adds in-house services

Meet the AEA Board of Directors
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Bryan Archer of Galaxy Aviation

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Striking a chord: How to 'wow' your customers
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TexasGYRO thrives on teamwork and adaptability

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Aviation Insurance 101

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Keep this information in mind

Legal Ease

by Jason Dickstein

Exporting a component after a repair

A Conversation With... by Patricia Luebke

Chuck Gallagher of Cincinnati Avionics

Aviation Aces by Patricia Luebke

Travis Lamance of English Field Aviation

Exceeding Expectations by Geoff Hill

AEA members make waves with new products and
collaborations at AirVenture

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