Advance your career and elevate your expertise with NBAA Professional Development Program (PDP) courses at 2026 NBAA-BACE

In the dynamic world of business aviation, continuous learning is the key to staying ahead. NBAA’s PDP courses  offer focused, high-level instruction designed to help you master essential leadership, management and operational skills. Taking a PDP course in conjunction with 2026 NBAA-BACE is the ultimate way to maximize your time and travel investment.

Whether you are actively working toward your Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) credential, seeking recertification points or simply looking to elevate your expertise and leadership capabilities, our NBAA-BACE PDP lineup delivers actionable takeaways you can implement on the job immediately.

Why Attend a PDP Course at NBAA-BACE?

Elevating Your Leadership, Versatility and Influence

Sunday, Oct. 18 and Monday, Oct. 19

This two-day course focuses on how current and rising leaders can manage their surroundings in an impactful and positive manner.

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Management Fundamentals for Flight Departments Workshop

Sunday, Oct. 18 and Monday, Oct. 19

This two-day course focuses on how individuals can create organizational efficiencies and lead their flight department or organization toward success.

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Aviation Security and Awareness Training

Monday, Oct. 19

This one-day course teaches the fundamentals of protecting yourself and your organization from risks that come with traveling and doing business around the world.

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Human Factors in Business Aviation

Monday, Oct. 19

This one-day course focuses is designed to empower attendees with the critical awareness needed to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate into serious incidents.

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Maintaining In-House Flight Department Excellence and Control – Invitation Only

Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24

Join business aviation industry experts and fellow flight departments to refine your strategies for operational success.

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