Spouses and support crew, this year’s Support Committee events mix business and pleasure.
Pirates House Lunch & Savannah Tour (Nov. 16): SOLD OUT. Visit Registration desk onsite for cancellations. Join us from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at The Pirates’ House, one of Savannah’s most iconic and historic restaurants, for a delicious Southern lunch buffet. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon connecting with fellow spouses and crew members, sharing experiences, making new friends and expanding your network within the aerial application industry. After lunch, sit back and enjoy a 90-minute guided shuttle tour through the charming streets of historic Savannah. Take in the city’s stunning architecture, moss-draped oak trees, and rich history as you explore one of the South’s most beautiful destinations—a perfect way to experience the city’s unique character and Southern hospitality. Cost to attend is $25; please register in advance as part of your Ag Aviation Expo attendee registration. Sponsored by GarrCo Products
Wednesday Athena Presentation (Nov. 18): This year’s Athena Project presentation, “Cleared for Take-Off” — Building a Successful Season, will provide practical guidance to help aerial application businesses prepare for the upcoming season. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge to enhance operational readiness and position their businesses for success. The Athena Program offers substantive advice in creating a healthy mental and physical environment at aerial application operations. Whether you’re a spouse, office crew or family member, attend this session to gain inspiration, encouragement, and advice on better ways to serve your operation and the industry. All are invited, and no RSVP is required. Sponsored by Chuck Holzwarth Flying Service
Wednesday Relationship Drift (Nov. 18): The Relationship Drift Session will examine how personal relationships affect pilot decision-making and safety. Men and women, including couples and office crew, should attend this session together. The format is similar to the popular Compaass Rose program, but instead of better facilitating ties between inexperienced pilots and more experienced operators, the relationship session is designed to facilitate relations between operators/pilots and their spouses or significant others and office crew. All are invited! Sponsored by Rotorcraft Repair & Manufacturing LLC.