EBACE2023 Program Schedule

EBACE2023 education sessions will focus on issues of importance to companies operating business aircraft in Europe, including the state of the industry, environmental best practices, advanced air mobility and more. Additional sessions will be added to this schedule in the coming months. Sessions are subject to change.

Monday, 22 May 2023 | Tuesday, 23 May 2023 | Wednesday, 24 May 2023 | Thursday, 25 May 2023

Monday, 22 May 2023

08:00 – 17:00

Exhibitor and Media Registration Open

08:00 – 17:00

Media Headquarters Open

Tuesday, 23 May 2023

08:00 – 17:00

Attendee, Exhibitor and Media Registration Open

08:00 – 17:00

Media Headquarters Open

08:30 – 10:00

EBACE Opening Keynote Session

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Speakers:
Ed Bolen, NBAA
Raphaël Domjan, SolarStratos
Juergen Wiese, EBAA
Susie Wolff, F1 Academy
Toto Wolff, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team

10:00 – 17:00

Exhibit Hall and Aircraft Display Open

10:00 – 17:00

Innovation Pavilion Open

11:00 – 12:00

Market Analysis LIVE! Key Trends Driving Business Aviation, Our New Normal?

Presented by Aviation Week Network

Conference Theater Y29

Panelists:
Brian Kough, Aviation Week Network
Guy Norris, Aviation Week
Chris Reynolds, Aircraft Bluebook

Moderator:
Molly McMillin, The Weekly of Business Aviation

Important developments are changing business aviation dynamics. Where do these trends lead us into the future? The outfall from the pandemic created swift and significant tailwinds to our market. Massive changes in used aircraft prices, utilization spikes, OEM backlogs, and a lack of maintenance availability have been themes around the world. Today, that post-COVID rush seems to be tempering. Meet Aviation Week Network’s panel of experts as they review the crucial performance factors impacting the market today, and discover their views on the emerging trends pushing the future. Hear how the rise in used aircraft values are impacting a market ecosystem and what this means for financiers and others. See the nuances in how utilization recovered, what recent deliveries mean, how many future deliveries are expected, and how the MRO aftermarket is expected to react to all these changes. Learn where the business market is going and what this means for your future strategy!

12:30 – 13:30

Global Broadband for Business Aircraft of Any Size – How LEO Will Enable New Opportunities

Presented by Gogo Business Aviation

Conference Theater Y29

Moderator:
Sergio Aguirre, President & COO, Gogo Business Aviation

Speakers:
Reza Rasoulian, Vice President, Hughes
Jason Sperry, Head of Business Aviation, OneWeb
Shuaib Shahid, Head of International Sales, Gogo Business Aviation

Satellite technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace and new developments are taking place that will positively impact business aviation broadband connectivity. OneWeb recently completed its constellation of more than 588 satellites providing full global coverage – the first fully deployed, low Earth orbit constellation that will serve business aviation. There also have been significant advancements in antenna technology that will enable fast, low-latency broadband connectivity for business aircraft of all sizes and mission types, available anywhere in the world. You’ll learn about these new developments and much more from an esteemed panel of experts.

14:00 – 15:00

Sustainability Summit
Cleared for Takeoff: The Flight Plan for eVTOLs

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Panelists:
Thibault Baldivia, Ascendance Flight Technologies
Sebastien Borel, Lilium
Diana Siegel, Electra.aero

Moderator:
Robin Riedel, McKinsey

Hear directly from eVTOL test pilots as they discuss the flight test stage of the certification process. These daring panelists will share how they embraced the opportunity to test these new aircraft and what they view as challenges and opportunities for this new segment of the aviation ecosystem.

14:00 – 15:00

Sustainability Summit
Sustainable Aviation Fuel: The Essentials

Sustainability Theater L53

Panelists:
Stéphane Basset-Chercot, TotalEnergies
Charles Etter, Gulfstream
Alexander Kûper, Neste
Andrew Thomas, VistaJet

Moderator:
Stewart D’Leon, NBAA

An expert panel responds to the most common questions surrounding SAF: What are the top three things you should know about sustainable aviation fuel? Are you prepared to answer the three most commonly asked questions about SAF? What are the myths and what are the realities?

14:30 – 15:30

Yay or Nay? Standardizing Aircraft Charter Agreements

Conference Theater Y29

Panelists:
Julie Black, Hunt & Palmer
Konstantijn Huys, Flying Group
Karl Mills, TAG Aviation Europe
Mike Ryan, SHY Aviation

Moderator:
Catherine Buchanan, STACK.aero

In the yacht charter industry, standard charter agreements are commonplace. Attend this session to explore what standardization of aircraft charter agreements across the industry might look like, and the benefits and challenges that our industry may face. The session will begin with an overview of the current state of the aircraft charter industry and the challenges that operators and clients face when negotiating charter agreements, including a review of various types of agreements and the differences between them. Next, we’ll discuss the pros and cons of standardizing aircraft charter agreements across the industry, including the potential benefits of greater transparency and consistency for clients, as well as the challenges of implementing a standardized approach that takes into account the unique needs and requirements of different operators and clients.

15:30 – 16:30

Sustainability Summit
The New Horizon for Vertical Lift

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Panelists:
William Fanshawe, Flexjet Helicopters
Anne-Pascale Guedon, NeoMove
Christophe Lapierre, Sigma Air Mobility
Seyed Mohseni, ARC Aerosystems
Katharina Wagner, AutoFlight

Moderator:
Adam Twidell, OneSky

Companies opening their doors to new eVTOL technologies and integrating them into their operations are anticipating exponential growth. But is that what they’ll see? Are companies complementing their helicopter fleet or replacing them with only eVTOL? Join this panel for points of view from both believers and non-believers.

15:30 – 15:45

Sustainability Summit
Keynote Introduction: Malta’s Take on Aviation Sustainability

Sustainability Theater L53

Speaker:
Hon. Aaron Farrugia, Malta’s Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Capital Projects

15:45 – 16:45

Sustainability Summit
Business Aviation Sustainability: Fact Versus Fiction

Sustainability Theater L53

Panelists:
Nancy Bsales, 4Air
Curt Epstein, AIN Media Group
Patrick Müry, CAT Aviation
Bruce Parry, Bombardier

Moderator:
Marylin Bastin, EUROCONTROL

Climate change has been on the industry’s agenda since the announcement of the Business Aviation Commitment on Climate Change in 2009. Media coverage, public opinion and regulators have since caught up – they are increasingly concerned about the carbon footprint of flying, the dependence on fossil fuels and the transparency in communicating the reduction of emissions. What are the facts, and what is the industry doing to bring light, and not just heat, to the debate? In this session we will discuss the industry’s commitments, achievements to date and objectives in the years to come.

16:00-17:00

State of Industry with Data Insights

Conference Theater Y29

Presenters:
Harry Clarke, Avinode
Richard Koe, WINGX
Rollie Vincent, Jetnet iQ

Business aviation has experienced an era of change since 2020. On the one hand, the general loss of air transport connectivity during the COVID pandemic triggered a significant and unprecedented growth in on-demand aviation. On the other hand, the global warming crisis has given business aviation, at least in Europe, the unenviable role of being the ultimate symbol of the worst in terms of carbon footprint. To decarbonise the industry, it is certain that air transport will see its price increase as much as the pressure from society for more and more sustainable alternatives. In this context, the predictability of trends and market conditions has never been more complex. Discover the latest data analysis from market intelligence experts, which will provide insights into current and future trends.

Wednesday, 24 May 2023

08:30 – 17:00

Attendee, Exhibitor and Media Registration Open

08:30 – 17:00

Media Headquarters Open

09:00 – 17:00

Exhibit Hall and Aircraft Display Open

10:00 – 17:00

Innovation Pavilion Open

10:00 – 11:00

Sustainability Summit
Carbon Offsetting – Completing the Journey to Net-Zero

Sustainability Theater L53

Panelists:
Jamie Ballantyne, Gold Standard
Gerald Dunst, Sonnenerde
Sébastien Lacube, Azzera
Aran Theva, CTX

Moderator:
Maureen Gautier, EBAA

Business aviation operators, charter companies and brokers can offset flights to reach net-zero emissions. In this session, we will discuss how voluntary offsets work, where to purchase them, how much they cost, and what pitfalls to look out for. We will also showcase two offsetting projects that are taking place in Europe.

10:00 – 11:00

Sustainability Summit
AAM: When Will eVTOLs Fly?

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Panelists:
Seyed Mohseni, ARC Aerosystems
Carlo Padoa, Bayards Vertiports
Rob Scholl, Textron eAviation

Moderator:
Adam Twidell, OneSky

Gain insight by examining the AAM market from five different perspectives: operational, financial, regulatory, infrastructure and societal. This panel of AAM experts will realistically identify what needs to be done for eVTOLs to become an active part of the business aviation ecosystem.

10:00 – 11:00

Operational Flight Planning: This Year’s Challenges

Conference Theater Y29

Panelists:
James Collas, UAS International Trip Support
Yuri Nadezhdin, FCG OPS
Peter Olexa, Euro Jet
Manon Woitellier, JETEX

Moderator:
Paul Walsh, EBAA

Join us for a focused discussion on key issues that business aviation professionals are likely to face in the coming year. Hear from experts who will share insights and opinions on flight planning challenges, while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of their business aircraft. We’ll also discuss the changes in travel patterns and the resulting effects on flight planning requirements; the impact of changes in air traffic management; new regulations and procedures; and large events that could impact airport access.

11:30 – 12:30

Long-term Strategies for the Future of Business Aviation

Conference Theater Y29

Panelists:
Charles Alcock, AIN
Bill Dolny, MedAire
Charles Pace, Transport Malta
Ian Petts, Equiom

Moderator:
Paul Walsh, EBAA

This panel will explore the challenges that business aviation is expected to face over the next several decades, such as regulatory changes, environmental concerns and evolving technology. The panel will also focus on the opportunities that exist for the sector and discuss how businesses can use these advantages to position business aviation as the most innovative and sustainable sector in the aviation industry.

11:30 – 12:30

Sustainability Summit
AAM Certification in 2025: Realistic or Not

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Panelists:
Jean Botti, Voltaero
Mark Henning, AutoFlight
Daniel Wiegand, Lilium
Jia Xu, Honeywell

Moderator:
Joel Hencks, AeroEx

Are eVTOLs indeed only two years away from facilitating our travel? Hear what the OEMs have to say about where they are in their development process and whether the technology itself would be a hurdle in reaching the 2025 certification and operations goal. They will also discuss the role the regulation plays in achieving their operational goals.

11:30 – 12:30

Sustainability Summit
Take a Trip to the Stratosphere!

Sustainability Theater L53

Speaker:
Raphaël Domjan, SolarStratos

Moderator:
Juergen Wiese, EBAA

Listen to the incredible adventures of the famous Swiss explorer, Raphael Domjan. Also, hear about his upcoming quest to reach the Stratosphere with a solar aircraft.

13:00 – 14:00

Sustainability Summit
Zero Emissions Aircraft

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Panelists:
Martina Lofqvist, Destinus
Josef Mouris, ELECTRON aviation
Ivor van Dartel, Vaeridion

Moderator:
Robert Baltus, EBAA

These companies have a common goal: bringing into commercial service hydrogen-powered and electric aircraft. Join us to discover how the novel propulsion technologies used by such aircraft will have a profound impact, not only on aircraft design, but also on the fuels and airport infrastructures they require, and the way they are operated.

13:00 – 14:00

The Global Action Plan for the Prevention of Runway Excursions (GAPPRE)

Conference Theater Y29

Speakers:
Tom Becker, Flight Safety Foundation
Johan Glantz, EBAA
Tom Landers, Gulfstream Aerospace

On 13 January 1982 a B737 attempted to take off from Washington National Airport and subsequently ended in the Potomac river where only 5 of the 79 people on board survived. On 21 July 2021 a Cessna 560XL jet aircraft was substantially damaged in a runway excursion at Reading, Pennsylvania, luckily involving no injuries. Two GAPPRE working group leaders will discuss how these accidents, and others, relate to GAPPRE recommendations for operators and manufacturers to prevent runway excursions – the most common accident in aviation today. In coordination with Flight Safety Foundation and EUROCONTROL, GAPPRE was developed over two years by an international team of more than 100 aviation professionals from more than 40 organizations.

14:00 – 15:00

EBACE Coffee Social

EBAA & NBAA Stands

Join us for coffee, networking and a sweet treat. Take a commemorative photo at the EBACE photo booth and connect with industry peers and decision makers. Members of EBAA and NBAA staff will be available to answer your questions and help you learn how membership can help make your business even more successful.

15:00 – 16:00

Sustainability Summit
Economic and Environmental Forces Surrounding SAF Supply

Sustainability Theater L53

Panelists:
Toby Edwards, Victor
Thierry Lamant, Dassault Aviation
Ewa Oney, European Commission
Sven Rieve, Air bp

Moderator:
Maureen Gautier, EBAA

SAF production and use is a classic lesson in supply vs. demand. In this session, we will provide an overview of recent EU regulations on the topic of SAF, share progress on availability of SAF for operators going forward and explain the “Book & Claim” process. Join in this discussion about the efforts and strategies to date, and listen to our panel debate today’s key challenges surrounding SAF.

15:00 – 16:00

State of Industry: Panel Discussion

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Panelists:
Pascal Bachmann, Jetcraft
Nick Houseman, Elit’avia
Oliver King, Avinode

Moderator:
Alasdair Whyte, Corporate Jet Investor

Business aviation has experienced an era of change since 2020. On the one hand, the general loss of air transport connectivity during the COVID pandemic triggered a significant and unprecedented growth in on-demand aviation. On the other hand, the global warming crisis has given business aviation, at least in Europe, the unenviable role of being the ultimate symbol of the worst in terms of carbon footprint. To decarbonise the industry, it is certain that air transport will see its price increase as much as the pressure from society for more and more ‘green’ alternatives. In this context, the predictability of trends and market conditions has never been more complex. Discover the latest data analysis from market intelligence experts, which will provide insights into current and future trends.

15:00 – 16:00

Today’s Anatomy of an Aircraft Sales Transaction

Conference Theater Y29

Panelists:
Tim Barber, Duncan Aviation
Margaux Bodard, Boutsen Aviation
Johnny Foster, OGARAJETS
Marian Jancarik, JETRON

Moderator:
Janine K. Iannarelli, Par Avion Ltd.

The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent disruption to commercial airline service had a significant impact on the aviation industry, leading to unprecedented demand for aircraft from late 2020 through 2022. This last year ended with aircraft appreciating at greatly accelerated rates, sales closed without pre-buys and limited availability. Aircraft sales seem to be returning to a more normal pace. What went wrong with those expedited transactions and what does “normal” look like from here forward?

16:30 – 17:30

Signature Ceremony: United for Wildlife Transport Taskforce

Sustainability Theater L53

Speakers:
Jon Godson, IATA
Juergen Wiese, EBAA

The global business aviation industry is in a unique position to significantly contribute towards the UN Sustainable Development Goal 15 (SDG) by taking urgent action to end poaching and trafficking of protected species of flora and fauna. Learn more about the commitments by the industry to end wildlife trafficking, a global crime worth between $7-23 billion annually. Join this session to learn more about the Buckingham Palace Declaration on wildlife trafficking and witness EBAA’s official signature ceremony of the declaration.

16:30 – 17:30

Securing the Skies: The Importance of Cybersecurity for Business Aviation

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Panelists:
Gian Andrea Bandieri, EASA
Andrew Douglas, Make Tech Fly
Andreas Meyer, ICAO
Joan Serra, Europe GAMA

Moderator:
Corina Meindl, EBAA

Over the last years, the uptake of digital technologies has grown exponentially, which consequently made cybersecurity one of the key priorities for the European Institutions. Business aviation needs to build cyber-resilience and the regulatory framework is meant to provide guidelines on this topic – now with a new set of Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Materials of Part-IS. But are the new AMCs and GMs of Part-IS also fit for business aviation operators?

Thursday, 25 May 2023

08:30 – 15:00

Attendee, Exhibitor and Media Registration Open

08:30 – 15:00

Media Headquarters Open

09:00 – 14:00

Aircraft Display Open

09:00 – 15:00

Exhibit Hall Open

09:00 – 15:00

Innovation Pavilion Open

10:00 – 11:00

Career Day: Meet and Greet with Mack Rutherford

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Mack Rutherford, Pilot

Moderator:
Taunya Renson-Martin, Mach Media

Get to know Rutherford as he shares his experiences as the youngest pilot to fly solo across the world and breaks the myths and stereotypes related to business aviation. His remarks will be followed by a live Q&A session.

11:00 – 12:00

Career Day Group Discussion: Breaking Into Business Aviation

Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Speakers:
Espen Høiby, AAP Aviation Group
Patrick Müry, CAT Aviation
Hans Nilsson, Alumni Executive Search
Sarah Silke, Flexjet

Break out into small groups to hear from young and experienced industry professionals about their experience in the industry and hear their advice for any new graduate hoping to forge a career in business aviation.

12:00-13:00

Career Day: Guided Tour

Meet Outside the Keynote & Innovation Stage A2

Take a guided tour of the exhibition to meet with business aviation companies actively seeking fresh talent – an opportunity for companies to present themselves and for you to present yourself to them!