In today’s dynamic business environment, flight departments play a crucial role in mirroring the practices of well-managed companies. Recognising this, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) unveils the newly updated Management Guide, serving as the industry’s premier resource for aviation team leadership. Exclusively available to NBAA members online, this comprehensive guide equips professionals with the tools needed to navigate the complexities of modern aviation management.
Bill Riter, CAM, aviation department manager for Rich Products Corporation and chair of the NBAA Management Tools Subcommittee, emphasises the guide’s relevance in today’s context. “Flight department personnel are expected to reflect company priorities and values, establish and measure key business objectives, and evolve to meet emerging challenges and opportunities,” says Riter. “The 2024 edition of this authoritative resource equips professionals for today’s dynamic business environment by bringing together the industry’s collective wisdom on long-standing operational best practices.”
The updated Management Guide addresses present-day considerations, including workplace diversity, employee work-life balance, ethical business transactions, and other managerial concerns. Available solely in electronic format, the guide caters to the mobile nature of the aviation industry, allowing for continuous updates and access to the most updated information, whether at the desk or on the go.
Aligned with the Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) program domains, the guide serves as a blueprint for those preparing for NBAA’s CAM designation. This credential, accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, sets the standard for excellence in business aviation leadership.
In his forward, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen emphasises the guide’s adherence to the association’s broader mission of serving professionals in all member flight departments, regardless of operation type, size, or core function. Complementing the Management Guide are initiatives such as the NBAA Leadership Conference, the Professional Development Program, and NBAA Scholarships, all aimed at fostering leadership and career advancement within the business aviation community.
As the industry’s leading advocate and resource hub, NBAA remains committed to supporting companies reliant on general aviation aircraft to enhance efficiency, productivity, and success in their businesses.
About NBAA: Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Washington, DC, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is the leading organisation for companies leveraging general aviation aircraft to improve business operations. With over 10,000 company and professional members, NBAA provides a wide range of products and services to the business aviation community, including the renowned NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), the largest civil aviation trade show in the world.
Source: Dan Hubbard, nbaa.org