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Your paint doesn't stick. You can't see the markings at night. Your markings fade too quickly. You love baseball. Whatever reason you use to justify coming to the Airfield Marking Symposium (hosted by PIT) in July is a good one. I'd like to see the MAO members attend - you'll be happy you came - and here's why: 1) Welcome reception on Tuesday, July 9, 2013: We wanted to hold our welcome/networking reception at PNC Park to...

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Is anyone actively studying for either their AAE or CM?  I ask because I am using an app/website called StudyBlue.  It lets you create and study flashcards from your smartphone or the web, but more importantly, it lets you share flashcards with others, though I am still trying to figure out how to get around needing to be enrolled at an actual school for easy sharing.  If anyone is interested in trying it out, let me...

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On April 1st, Health Officials in China confirmed the deaths of two men due to the H7N9 strain of avian flu.  Many of us remember the precautionary measures taken in Asia and at major global airports following the Swine flue and H5N1 outbreaks of several years ago.  “Many epidemiologists regard densely populated parts of China and Southeast Asia, where farmers often live in close quarters with pigs and poultry, as regions where conditions are ideal...

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For most airport and airline employees being told to attend a “training Day” whether initial or mandatory re-training is accepted and feared as much as a trip to the Dentist or an annual colonoscopy. The thought of an instructor muddling through and too often  droning on with what appears to be an endless stream of PowerPoint’s (often recreated from a manual text and appearing as a cascade of book like pages in a seemingly never...

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The Virginia Airport Operators Council is hosting a Maintenance Workshop at the Culpeper Regional Airport in Virgina.  The agenda and the registration form can be found at the link below.  This is a great oportunity for Airport Maintenance personnel to get some training in airfield lighting safety, regulators, splice kits and more.      http://www.virginiaaviationconference.com/

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In today’s aviation environment, clear and concise communication among employees, – when interacting with the traveling public, or during a security situation are more important than ever.  Airline and Airport bottom lines often depend on customer satisfaction, properly understood and executed policy and procedures, and unambiguous interactions among all aspects of airport/airline operations. During the month of May, Spranza in conjunction with Aviation News US presents two unique learning experiences, designed to enhance the skills...

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One month out Time flies, so we wanted to send out another notice about the upcoming Airport Law Enforcement Symposium to make sure you had time to register or send this opportunity along to colleagues who might be interested.All levels of airport police are invited to attend this two-day seminar, on March 25-26, 2013, at Richmond International Airport (RIC) in Richmond, VA.As a result of Brainseed's new partnership with the Airport Law Enforcement Agencies Network (ALEAN), the Airport Law Enforcement...

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 http://bit.ly/YLvxSv Overview Brainseed Global Aviation Services and Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority are partnering to conduct a Basic Airport Operations Practicum created specifically for airport professionals. Both organizations are pleased to present this practicum February 25-26, 2013, in Arlington, Virginia at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The Operations Practicum agenda will cover the general requirements under Title 14 Part 139 as well as the following key topics:   Airport familiarization, including airport marking, lighting, and...

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Hyatt Place Tempe, Arizona USA http://phoenixairport.place.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels-phoenixairport-place/place/index.jsp?language=en Airport Emergency Planning – March 11-15th Aircraft Accident Investigation – March 18-22nd   Spranza LLC in conjunction with Aviation News US and the AVSEC-Center Consortium will present a combination in-service training for airport, airline and government first responders.   Drawn from Spranza ICAO Training Directory listings: No. 119-91549: Airport Emergency Planning, students gain a greater understanding the content, expectations and implementation of proper Emergency Planning Techniques. Hands- on instruction...

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The Program Whether 3 or 23 students, Spranza’s visiting instructor program brings instruction directly to your organization.  Fully self- contained, students learn in their own work environment through materials and presentations customized to their unique operation.  Regardless of topic or level – initial or mandatory re-training – our Visiting Instructor Program provides a quality learning environment right on-site at your location. Whether classroom instruction, hybrid presentation or CBT program, Spranza instructional modules in the fields...

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  AviationPros LIVE brings together industry leaders to participate in educational experiences, networking opportunities and a resource rich exhibit hall to provide them with strategy, tools and solutions to keep the world flying. Exhibition Nearly 200 Exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services Outdoor Exhibits & Demos-On-Demand Las Vegas Convention Center Networking AviationPros LIVE will provide networking experiences designed to create meaningful discussions and relationships Opening Night Reception Keynote Address by Michael Boyd, Chairman, Boyd...

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Introduction In today’s tight economic times, more and more airlines, airport authorities and Civil Aviation Departments are turning to Computer Based Training, or CBT as it is commonly known, as a cost effective alternative to pricy in-residence training for cabin crew, ground handlers and security staff. When properly managed, CBT training can prove an effective learning platform, especially in topical areas where ‘hands on’ practicum is not a key component to effective task learning.  Within...

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The ACE geo-specific training templates are much more than simply watching video.  They are truly interactive and cover in great detail all aspects of SIDA and Driver Training at today's airports. Of course, if you currently have video or another program and want to stay with that format we can host those on your own secure website while providing your organization with the many other features of our ACLMS service such as, recertication tracking and notification. Other...

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Spranza LLC in conjunction with Aviation News US and the AVSEC Center Consortium announce their 2013 updated services and training curriculum designed specifically for airline staff and management. Civil Aviation Security Regulations and Mandatory Documentation and training certifications for 135 and Commercial Carriers can seem confusing and costly to implement. The experts at Spranza LLC and the AVSEC Consortium can assist you in achieving compliance with ICAO, US TSA, European Union (EU) and National Aviation...

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Hello All!  I wanted to pick the community's brain, as it were, about how you keep your Ops divisions up to date and on top of their game when it comes to 139 and their duties in general.   I'm interested in any resources or programs (internal or external) that you use for regular training and refreshers for your Ops folks.   I want to help keep our folks engaged in what we do and...

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First Responder Training:  Airport Emergency Planning followed by Aircraft Accident Investigator Basic Spranza LLC in conjunction with Barbados Civil Aviation, the BCATC, and Aviation News US and the AVSEC-Center Consortium will present a combination in-service training for airport, airline and government first responders. Drawn from Spranza ICAO Training Directory listings: No. 119-91549: Airport Emergency Planning, students gain a greater understanding the content, expectations and implementation of proper Emergency Planning Techniques. Hands- on instruction allow each...

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The Barbados Civil Aviation Training Center in conjunction with Spranza LLC, Aviation News US and the AVSEC Center Consortium have assembled a variety of in-service trainings for airport and airlines in the areas of: security, emergency response, safety, and management. The 2013 calendar offers students a dynamic course of learning. Each individual program has been designed to meet or exceed Regulatory Standards, while remaining interactive, educational and entertaining. “2013 will also herald a new format...

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Spranza LLC and the Barbados Civil Aviation Training Center are pleased to announce the opening of registration for the presentation of: ICAO Training Directory Course No. 137-88898, National Security Inspector. Your host and instructor for this instructional program is Mr. Arthur Tholel, formerly with the CAA Office in Curacao.  Mr. Tholel has extensive field experience as both an ICAO Instructor, and USPS Auditor. Course provides trainees with both a theoretical and practical knowledge of the...

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January 26-28th, the Barbados Civil Aviation Training Center along with the AVSEC Consortium, Spranza LLC and our media partner – Aviation News .us, are pleased to present: Initial Dangerous Goods Training at the BCATC Center in Christ Church, Barbados. This programme hosted & instructed by Mr. Clinton DeVerteuil, PMC,  has been developed in accordance with Table 1.5A of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations 52nd Edition for agencies engaged in the security screening of passengers and...

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Presented by Spranza in conjunction with the Barbados Civil Aviation Training Center, this program has been designed specifically for those tasked with airline flight catering and its related security measures. Taking a systems approach the network of supplier, distributor, provider and airline are viewed as an integrated whole.  Emphasis is placed on the necessary security measures to prevent fraud, contamination, terrorism and the use of catering equipment as vehicles for the trans-shipment of contraband items....

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Back by demand: First Responder Training: 7-18 January 2013 Registration closes 15 December…Don’t miss this unique learning event! Spranza LLC in conjunction with Barbados Civil Aviation and the BCATC will present a combination in-service training for airport, airline and government first responders. Drawn from Spranza ICAO Training Directory listings: No. 119-91549: Airport Emergency Planning, students gain a greater understanding the content, expectations and implementation of proper Emergency Planning Techniques. Hands- on instruction allow each student...

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Spranza LLC in conjunction with the Barbados Civil Aviation Training Center is pleased to announce the release of their 2013 in-service training calendar.  The list of programs offered for 2013, is drawn from Spranza entries in the current ICAO Training Directory, and addresses the needs of airlines, airports and Civil Aviation Agencies in the fields of aviation security, emergency response, operations and management. The 2013 program schedule will feature a number of visiting instructors such...

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We ar a Class IV Part 139 Limited airport, Our Operations personnel are also our ARFF staff. I am wondering what everyone is doing to meet Part 139 medical training requirements. First responders, EMT-B, or something else?

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Registration closes 15 October…Don’t miss this unique learning event! Spranza LLC in conjunction with Barbados Civil Aviation and the BCATC will present a combination in-service training for airport, airline and government first responders. Drawn from Spranza ICAO Training Directory listings: No. 119-91549: Airport Emergency Planning, students gain a greater understanding the content, expectations and implementation of proper Emergency Planning Techniques. Hands- on instruction allow each student to practice techniques to develop proper inter-agency coordination and...

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by: John Spranza, Director of Innovative Technologies, Spranza LLC   Introduction In today’s environment of ever increasing pressure for standardized regulatory compliance and continuously shrinking budgets, more and more, aviation administrators are turning to cost-effective computer based training to meet ever evolving needs. One need look no further than the Internet to find a host of programs and suppliers ranging from “employee security awareness” to  ground safety; and from aviation management, leadership to airport marketing...

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