I’m looking forward to interacting with customers that I don't get to see very often and to investigate the new industry products being offered.
— Pete Hubbard, Airframe Service Sales Rep, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

This will be my first NBAA show. Being that NBAA is THE premier conference in Business Aviation, I'm rather looking forward to it all!
— Jeff Schipper, Project Manager, Provo, Utah (PVU)

I enjoy the opportunity to be around so many customers, OEMs and vendors to get a feel of how the industry is doing and what outlooks are being discussed.
— Kevin Worthington, Engine Service Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

This will be my first NBAA. I look forward to learning more about business aviation and seeing all of the planes and displays.
— Michael Cox, Vice President Human Resources, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I'm looking forward to making new connections with my peers in the industry, strengthening relationships with OEMs and customers as well as networking with customers and thanking them for their relationships and business.
— Chad Doehring, Manager of Airframe Maintenance, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I enjoy meeting with customers and OEMs, especially those that I know in the Las Vegas area. I plan on visiting our Las Vegas Avionics Satellite shop.
— Don Fiedler, Component Solutions Business Development, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I'm eager to hear the buzz of continued optimism!
— Lee Bowes, Regional Manager, Southwest Region

Since the NBAA has been on the east coast the last few years, I'm really looking forward to seeing the difference in turn out from being on the west coast.
— Lori Browning, Designer, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

At NBAA, I want to meet with our customers, see all of the vendor booths and the static displays.
— Cindy Morris, Chief Financial Officer, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Meeting with the industry peers and representatives from our vendors are a few things I look forward to.
— Monte Reeves, Manager Customer Service, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I am looking forward to interaction with members of a newly formed Aviation Industry General Counsel group. I’m also excited to visit the static display.
— Tom Fischer, Vice President & General Counsel, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I am looking forward to Duncan Aviation having a strong presence at NBAA this year.
— Chad Ostertag, Avionics Installations Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I am interested in new product announcements.
— Brian Redondo, Manager Satellite Avionics, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. (FXE)

I look forward to conducting business discussions with old and new clients.
— Leo Sawatski, Manager Engine & Engine Parts Sales, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Meeting with aircraft OEMs to discuss future business opportunities and meeting with current vendors to further our relationships.
— Andy Richards, OEM Program Manager, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Visiting with our vendors and customers, hearing what's working well and looking for ways to continue to improve our product.
— Jared Stauffer, Manager Interior Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Talking to customers and discussing the value of having a Duncan Aviation engineered product and the advantages of being an ODA/MRA/PMA facility.
— Michael Hill, Manager Engineering Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Catching up with old friends and making new ones.
— Phil Suglia, Manager Service Sales, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

This is not my first NBAA event. The '56 Chevy giveaway was a highlight at NBAA in 2006.
— Pete Hubbard, Airframe Service Sales Rep, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

This is my first time attending NBAA. But, I've been to other industry conferences. I'm expecting this to be a "mega" version, with more vendors, top of the line displays and booths and many, many decision makers.
— Jeff Schipper, Project Manager, Provo, Utah (PVU)

This is not my first NBAA experience. I’ve always enjoyed the opportunities to meet new people and visit with current customers and vendors.
— Kevin Worthington, Engine Service Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

This will be my first NBAA convention. I hope to visit many booth and displays. I’m anxious to view the newest technology, meet many people and begin to develop opportunities to learn and network.
— Michael Cox, Vice President Human Resources, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

This is my first time at NBAA. However I did attend Schedulers and Dispatchers and really enjoyed sharing Duncan's capabilities and meeting potential new customers.
— Chad Doehring, Manager of Airframe Maintenance, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I’ve been to nearly every NBAA for the past 33 years. My most memorable one is probably my first. I think it was 1978 or ’79 in Houston as I recall. I flew down with Robert Duncan, Donald Duncan and Harry Barr and a few others. We took a Lear down and right after taxing up to the FBO, Robert, Donald and Harry all got off the aircraft and began calling back to the office for messages. That show was something else.
— Don Fiedler, Component Solutions Business Development, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

This is #5 for me. My favorite memory is the eye-opening experience of my first show. I had just been in aviation for a few weeks, and had no idea what business aviation was all about until I went to NBAA 2006.
— Lori Browning, Designer, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

This will be my first time attending NBAA. I’m not quite sure what to fully expect.
— Monte Reeves, Manager Customer Service, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

This will be my second NBAA.
— Chad Ostertag, Avionics Installations Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

My favorite memories are of my first show in 2004. I had never seen anything like it.
— Brian Redondo, Manager Satellite Avionics, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. (FXE)

I’ve been to many NBAA conventions over the years. One memory I have it the Honda robot running around at last year’s show. It was quite spectacular.
— Leo Sawatski, Manager Engine & Engine Parts Sales, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

This will be my third convention. My favorite memories are associated with all the customer appreciation we receive at the booth and around the show.
— Andy Richards, OEM Program Manager, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I have attended NBAA before. The pageantry and shear size of the show is impressive.
— Michael Hill, Manager Engineering Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

This will be my third trip. Favorite memory was during the 2006 show watching the excitement of our customer who won the 1956 Chevy drawing in honor of Duncan Aviation's 50 years.
— Jared Stauffer, Manager Interior Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

My favorite memory is 2010. Everyone was very optimistic about what the future held for the industry. It was nice to see the community come together and rally after such a devastating recession. It filled me with a sense of pride about the people I have the opportunity to work with and the customers I serve... and it turned out to be true!
— Phil Suglia, Manager Service Sales, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

The industry seems to follow the country's economic trends closely.
— Pete Hubbard, Airframe Service Sales Rep, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Attendance was down at the last event I attended in 2009.
— Kevin Worthington, Engine Service Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Much bigger with newer technology. Information and communication is much faster.
— Don Fiedler, Component Solutions Business Development, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Unfortunately, due to the economic down-turn, there are fewer aviation designers that are able to attend the show. In the future, I hope to see companies focusing on outstanding design again.
— Lori Browning, Designer, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I have seen the event get small and large and small again over the years as the economy has fluctuated.
— Brian Redondo, Manager Satellite Avionics, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. (FXE)

The size of the show has grown many times what it was. More companies held large hospitality suites years ago.
— Leo Sawatski, Manager Engine & Engine Parts Sales, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I'm not sure if the show has changed or my perspective has. Changing positions a few times since I've been has certainly allowed me to look at the show from many different angles. The biggest change I've seen is the entire industry coming together as a community. While there is still healthy competition, people from all corners of the globe seem to have a common goal and we are working together more than ever to sustain the health of the industry for the good of our businesses and the clients we serve.
— Phil Suglia, Manager Service Sales, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Catch up with old friends. See the sights.
— Pete Hubbard, Airframe Service Sales Rep, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I've been to Vegas a few times and one thing about that city is it is ever changing, always something new on the skyline. Not being a big gambler, I've grown to appreciate the extravagance, architecture and spectacle that is Las Vegas. Plus I have friends I hope to visit with while I'm there.
— Jeff Schipper, Project Manager, Provo, Utah (PVU)

I’m going to visit with OEMs and vendors.
— Kevin Worthington, Engine Service Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Eat well, walk the strip, enjoy the sites and go to the top of the Stratosphere.
— Michael Cox, Vice President Human Resources, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I will be attending some of our vendor’s customer relations events.
— Chad Doehring, Manager of Airframe Maintenance, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I will be connecting with customers and visiting our Avionics satellite shop.
— Don Fiedler, Component Solutions Business Development, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

This will be my first trip to Vegas. I will be checking out the casinos and hotels.
— Lori Browning, Designer, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I will be attending many vendor events to introducing myself. Will have as much face-to-face contact as possible.
— Monte Reeves, Manager Customer Service, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Catch up with old friends.
— Brian Redondo, Manager Satellite Avionics, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. (FXE)

I lived in Las Vegas for several years in the early 1990s while my husband was stationed at Nellis Air Force Base, so I am hoping I will get to spend a couple of hours seeing some of our favorite places from those days, all of them off the strip.
— Beth Humble, Social Media Team Lead, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Have several nice dinners with customer and attend the Honeywell and Pratt & Whitney parties.
— Leo Sawatski, Manager Engine & Engine Parts Sales, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I have never been to the Las Vegas casinos. Looking forward to checking them out.
— Andy Richards, OEM Program Manager, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Take in the sights! My wife is traveling with me so we will spend a little time before and after just walking the strip.
— Jared Stauffer, Manager Interior Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Embraer Operator's Conference; Duncan Aviation Las Vegas Speedway Customer Appreciation Weekend.
— Phil Suglia, Manager Service Sales, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

It is our industry's largest gathering of aviation professionals and enthusiasts.
— Pete Hubbard, Airframe Service Sales Rep, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

It is hard to describe how large the convention is. There is so much activity. It is amazing.
— Kevin Worthington, Engine Service Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Everything in our industry is there on display and in person. This would include the aircraft and everything that is used in or on that aircraft, as well as the knowledgeable people there to explain it as well. There are many training seminars to learn from as well.
— Don Fiedler, Component Solutions Business Development, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

It's everything you need to know about business aviation packed into three days plus the invaluable opportunity to make connections with customers and vendors.
— Lori Browning, Designer, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

It is the largest group meeting each year of those who are involved or have an interest in business aviation.
— Tom Fischer, Vice President & General Counsel, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

It is the Main event for our industry.
— Chad Ostertag, Avionics Installations Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Disneyland for aviation geeks.
— Brian Redondo, Manager Satellite Avionics, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. (FXE)

Each day begins with client breakfasts. Then on to the booth where you spend most of the day with more clients lined up waiting to speak to every sales person. Then there are meetings with various OEMs and other service providers. You might be lucky to grab lunch and then back to the booth. Feet, legs and back hurt but are ignored. When the show stops for the day it’s off to the various OEM parties and more talking to customers. Late dinners follow then off to the room for some rest for the next day which will be more of the same.
— Leo Sawatski, Manager Engine & Engine Parts Sales, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

It is a great place to meet the rest of our community. Everyone is there and they are eager to get to know everyone else just a little bit better.
— Andy Richards, OEM Program Manager, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

An auto show for business aviation.
— Michael Hill, Manager Engineering Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

2+ days of trying to absorb a buffet of General Aviation information, products and services. At the show, the volume of aviation vendors and service providers is overwhelming and is really eye opening to how large the industry has become.
— Jared Stauffer, Manager Interior Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

A huge group of innovative thinkers coming together for the common good of an industry.
— Phil Suglia, Manager Service Sales, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

New aircraft.
— Pete Hubbard, Airframe Service Sales Rep, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Because NBAA is the premier conference of our industry, I look forward to seeing new industry developments and announcements that are often reserved for unveiling at this event. Viewing the flight line, seeing the latest and greatest of everything!
— Jeff Schipper, Project Manager, Provo, Utah (PVU)

Engines.
— Kevin Worthington, Engine Service Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

New technology, new planes.
— Michael Cox, Vice President Human Resources, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

The advancements in technology in our industry and seeing if I can find solutions to some needs I have in my department.
— Chad Doehring, Manager of Airframe Maintenance, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

The newest and latest electronics technology.
— Don Fiedler, Component Solutions Business Development, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Design, style and new products. Every year, NBAA recharges my enthusiasm for great design in aviation.
— Lori Browning, Designer, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Seeing the static display.
— Cindy Morris, Chief Financial Officer, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

New aviation components, things coming into our industry.
— Monte Reeves, Manager Customer Service, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Without question, the static display.
— Tom Fischer, Vice President & General Counsel, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

The aviation geek in me loves the static display.
— Brian Redondo, Manager Satellite Avionics, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. (FXE)

As I’ve said before, the atmosphere and the people trump the hardware for me. What could be better for an aviation geek than a big show filled with thousands of other aviation geeks?
— Beth Humble, Social Media Team Lead, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Just seeing the newest products displayed in all their glory.
— Leo Sawatski, Manager Engine & Engine Parts Sales, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I most look forward to seeing the new products on display and at the Static.
— Andy Richards, OEM Program Manager, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

New aircraft and products. Love seeing state of the art products and innovation.
— Michael Hill, Manager Engineering Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I like to look at other Interior completions at the Static display. Always interested in new products and I am interested in how we stack up against our competition.
— Jared Stauffer, Manager Interior Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I am always psyched to see what new cabin ideas there are. It’s amazing how many companies outdo themselves every year.
— Phil Suglia, Manager Service Sales, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Reviewing my customer data base and all pending projects. Letting my customers know that I'll be attending.
— Pete Hubbard, Airframe Service Sales Rep, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Knowing that one of the primary reasons I'm attending this year is to further promote and educate our operators about the Provo location. So aside from getting my wardrobe squared away, I will be focusing on preparing materials and answers for the FAQs these operators will have about our new site.
— Jeff Schipper, Project Manager, Provo, Utah (PVU)

Making sure I am up to speed on the lasted information related to the engines I am involved. Started to inform customers, potential customers and vendors I will be attending and we should say hello.
— Kevin Worthington, Engine Service Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Making a list of vendors I want to visit and obtain more information from. Identifying key individuals to make connections with so that I can build future relationships with.
— Chad Doehring, Manager of Airframe Maintenance, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Prioritizing my contacts, calling and setting up meeting appointments, making sure I have all the phone numbers and booth numbers ahead of time.
— Don Fiedler, Component Solutions Business Development, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I'm working overtime to get our 3D exterior paint program ready to be launched.
— Lori Browning, Designer, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Will be reviewing the vendor list and make a list on the ones I would like to contact.
— Monte Reeves, Manager Customer Service, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I have several issues that I hope to discuss with other attorneys in attendance.
— Tom Fischer, Vice President & General Counsel, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Informing customers that I will be present, scheduling dinners & meetings, grabbing last minute items needed for the show.
— Chad Ostertag, Avionics Installations Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Setting up meetings with vendors, talking with customers to see what I need to research for them (new products).
— Brian Redondo, Manager Satellite Avionics, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. (FXE)

The Duncan Aviation Marketing Team has been in preparation for the show for many weeks. We have a lot of exciting news and new tools to share with operators. It has been very busy here getting everything ready and I can't wait to see it all in action very soon.
— Beth Humble, Social Media Team Lead, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Making contacts with clients and making sure they will stop by the booth. Getting my list of clients cell phone numbers updated to set up meetings with. Establishing meeting times and places for known work.
— Leo Sawatski, Manager Engine & Engine Parts Sales, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I am making appointments with customers and vendors. I am also quizzing up my colleagues who are not attending to make sure I get their questions and concerns addressed while I am at the show.
— Andy Richards, OEM Program Manager, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Reading as much about next generation avionics as possible. Getting in shape, standing on your feet for 8 plus hours is tough.
— Michael Hill, Manager Engineering Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I've arraigned to meet several vendors and I've looked at the Exhibitor Directory to plan my days. I am prepared to discuss the multiple options that our Interior teams offer.  
— Jared Stauffer, Manager Interior Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Working out so I can fit into my suits.
— Phil Suglia, Manager Service Sales, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

It is the people, the work ethic and the innovative ideas.
— Pete Hubbard, Airframe Service Sales Rep, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I will tell them what has compelled me over my time with Duncan, and that is the quality of our people. When you think about the tens-of-thousands of tasks that are performed correctly, with high quality in Duncan shops each day, it still has me in awe. Then to have those people performing those tasks in a family oriented and friendly environment... well... that's a recipe that's hard to find in any industry.
— Jeff Schipper, Project Manager, Provo, Utah (PVU)

Everyone at Duncan Aviation has the pride, knowledge and eagerness to help our customers.
— Kevin Worthington, Engine Service Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Duncan, because of its employees and cultures, is the premier aviation maintenance facility in the world.
— Michael Cox, Vice President Human Resources, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

We are positioned for future expansion and expanded capabilities to exceed our customers' and industry's expectations though innovation, flexibility and commitment to each and every one of our customers.
— Chad Doehring, Manager of Airframe Maintenance, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

If it's anything to do with "Business Aviation", which it is: "We at Duncan Aviation take great pride in what we do."
— Don Fiedler, Component Solutions Business Development, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

As a relatively new employee at Duncan, I'm continuously impressed by the integrity of the company towards its employees and customers. I think the fact that there are so many employees with 10, 20, 30 years with the company speaks for itself. We are feeling very optimistic about the future of the company.
— Lori Browning, Designer, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

It all comes down to quality and at Duncan you can be assured of receiving quality service.
— Cindy Morris, Chief Financial Officer, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Our Employees, we are all here to support the customer and do whatever we can to ensure they have a good experience along with all the options possible for any repairs or parts pricing that we can give them.
— Monte Reeves, Manager Customer Service, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

When you think of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, you think of something special. That is what Duncan Aviation is to business aviation. Not a job, but a family endeavor. It is an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to work for this great company.
— Tom Fischer, Vice President & General Counsel, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I would simply give three words Family, Teamwork, and Pride. These are all things I feel every person at Duncan Aviation has and puts forth everyday.
— Chad Ostertag, Avionics Installations Sales Rep, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Family business where the employees are family and not numbers.
— Brian Redondo, Manager Satellite Avionics, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl.(FXE)

It is difficult to put into words what makes Duncan Aviation so special and different. Our customers feel it when they walk in the door, but a short description that truly captures that feeling remains elusive. It all comes down to our people, how good they are at what they do, but even more, how much they want to be here and how dedicated they are to serving Duncan Aviation customers. It is a self-perpetuating cycle of pride in our work that results in an experience that is very special, for all of us that work here and the customers we are lucky to serve.
— Beth Humble, Social Media Team Lead, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I have been to nearly all of our competitor’s facilities but none compare to Duncan. I have watched Duncan from 1973 as a young employee when we were no different than anyone else to now when we are very different from the rest. We have more complete capabilities and better talent than anyone else. Its fun to work for #1.
— Leo Sawatski, Manager Engine & Engine Parts Sales, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

Our commitment to quality, customer service and continuous improvement is the most compelling thing about our company.
— Andy Richards, OEM Program Manager, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

We do it all…One stop, one team, one family.
— Michael Hill, Manager Engineering Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

Our people. We are proud of our work and are continually striving to exceed our customers’ expectations. We truly believe that we are selling tomorrow's business today through our actions.
— Jared Stauffer, Manager Interior Services, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

The team members' perseverance and positive attitudes.
— Phil Suglia, Manager Service Sales, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I feel very fortunate to be able to attend and represent my company, Duncan Aviation.
— Don Fiedler, Component Solutions Business Development, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I'm really looking forward to seeing and catching up with all the people I work with throughout the year.
— Lori Browning, Designer, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

I am a social media junkie, so look for my tweets during the show. And if you're on Foursquare, I look forward to battling it out with you for mayorship privileges at the coolest booths! Follow me at http://twitter.com/bhumble.
— Beth Humble, Social Media Team Lead, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)

NBAA in Las Vegas brings back memories from many years ago. There was a booth behind us that had an Elvis impersonator who knew three Elvis songs and kept repeating them over and over. After three days of that it was time to for ‘Elvis to leave the building. Thank You Very Much.”
— Leo Sawatski, Manager Engine & Engine Parts Sales, Lincoln, Neb. (LNK)

I like sushi.
— Phil Suglia, Manager Service Sales, Battle Creek, Mich. (BTL)