Duncan Aviation Will Host Intelli-Conference Symposium in Battle Creek

April 2, 2007

BATTLE CREEK, MICH. — Duncan Aviation will host an Intelli-Conference symposium event on Tuesday, May 15, 2007. The event will be held in Battle Creek, Michigan, at the company’s newly expanded and remodeled facility. The Intelli-Conference symposium is modeled after many successful conferences that hundreds of Duncan Aviation customers have attended since 1999.

Four of the six classes are approved for IA renewal credit.

The one-day format will feature six unique classes, a sponsor exposition and a signature dinner experience. There is no charge for the event and accompanying meals, although attendees are responsible for their own lodging, if needed. The syposium classes include the following:

• Auxiliary Power Unit Troubleshooting:
  This presentation covers common APU problems, steps needed to properly troubleshoot the APU, and general APU familiarization is also covered. Maintenance crew, pilots and anyone associated with APU operations will benefit from this class. (2 hours of IA credit)
• Corporate Aircraft Painting:
  The class will present everything you need to know about the process of obtaining and managing the exterior refurbishment of your aircraft. From the crucial early steps of the service selection process to design selection to the job itself and after-delivery care, this class covers it all. (2 hours of IA credit)
• Engineering and Certification:
  This class offers an overview of the regulatory requirements for documentation of major alterations and repairs. It includes discussion concerning the various FAA designees (DERs and DARs) and their roles in the approval and conformity process. (2 hours of IA credit)
• Human Factors presented by FlightSafety:
  The main focus of Human Factors In Aviation Maintenance is to heighten every aspect of awareness of the maintenance professional. The course will demonstrate how improved individual performance will improve organizational performance and how developing all of your talents will allow you to have a positive impact on your organization. (2 hours IA credit)
• Panel Discussion of Hot Industry Topics:
  With topics suggested by you, this 2-hour session will be an open discussion of current industry topics and trends.
• The Future of Avionics Technologies:
  This course educates maintenance personnel, pilots, and owners about emerging avionics technologies. It will cover systems for both the flight deck and the cabin to include: Cabin Systems, Satellite Weather, Satcom Telephones, High Speed Data, EVS, LCD EFIS Displays and various mandates.

Four of the six classes are approved for IA renewal credit.

Duncan Aviation currently employs over 1,900 aviation experts worldwide. The company is headquartered in Lincoln, NE, and operates a major service centers in Lincoln, Neb. and Battle Creek, Mich. Other Duncan Aviation locations include 20 satellite avionics facilities located throughout the United States and Lincoln-based Parts Support Services, a division that sells and consigns corporate aviation parts to aircraft operators and service organizations worldwide.

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