2027 NAAA/Syngenta Leadership Training Program Applications Accepted Until July 17, 2026

Since 1995, NAAA, in partnership with Syngenta Crop Protection, has offered the Leadership Training Program (LTP) to develop leaders within the aerial application industry. Over the past 30 classes, nearly 400 NAAA members have graduated from the program. Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 program. The deadline to apply is July 17, 2026.

LTP equips participants with the communication and leadership skills needed to effectively represent the aerial application industry to the public, media, and government. It also covers management strategies to support participants in growing their businesses and becoming stronger leaders within NAAA, state or regional agricultural aviation associations, and within their community.

  • 10 participants will attend the LTP in Washington, D.C., February 9–13, 2027.
  • 4 participants will attend the Syngenta “Leadership At Its Best” (LAIB) program January 25–29, 2027 (includes participants from other national agricultural organizations).

In total, 14 individuals will be selected to participate. Each state or regional agricultural aviation association, along with the Canadian Aerial Applicators Association, may nominate one candidate. A selection committee appointed by the NAAA President will choose the most qualified applicants.

If you’re interested in being considered for the 2027 Leadership Training Program, contact your state or regional agricultural aviation association’s executive director for the application link. Only one candidate may be nominated per association. The deadline to apply is July 17, 2026.

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • Industry Involvement (Must work in an agricultural aviation business or an allied industry organization). Eligible roles include:
    • Owners (partial or full) of agricultural aircraft
    • Managing employees, stockholders, or pilots of an ag aviation business
    • Employees of Allied Industry Member companies or state associations
  • Leadership Experience:
    Prior leadership in a state/regional ag aviation association, community service, or professional/school organizations.
  • Commitment to the Industry:
    A demonstrated interest in continued involvement in the aerial application industry.

For more information about the 2027 NAAA/Syngenta Leadership Training Program, contact [email protected].

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