For those of us lucky enough to attend NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (BACE) each year, which has been held in Las Vegas for the last several years, we not only see the latest the industry has to offer, but we also enjoy reconnecting with those whom we usually convene via text, email or Zoom. We accomplish things face-to-face that are typically not possible otherwise. BACE is a human connection event.
For three days in the desert, under one roof, I can see my colleagues in the Pinnacle Air Network, visit with partners from all over the world, and discover new topics to bring to you, our Twin & Turbine readers. 2026 was no different.
This year, I’d like to recognize and thank those who work behind the scenes to bring BACE to the world each year. A couple of those people are Jo Damato and Andrew Broom. They are tireless advocates for our privileges as aviators. Undeterred by the many challenges they face every day, Jo and Andy create a world-class environment for the industry to display, learn, grow, and meet.
What’s the point, though?
NBAA’s mission is to foster an environment that allows business aviation to thrive in the United States and around the world. They support and advocate for companies and organizations that rely on general aviation aircraft for business efficiency, productivity, and success. For us in the U.S., NBAA represents the industry before Congress, the FAA, the Department of Transportation, and international bodies.
NBAA’s advocacy initiatives include:
- Climbing Fast, a campaign to achieve net-zero
- carbon emissions by 2050;
- ATC modernization and funding;
- Championing advanced air mobility (AAM);
- Supporting legislation to reduce barriers to
- aviation for pilots and technicians; and
- Keeping our airports in the United States open and thriving.
The lean staff at NBAA does a lot. They mostly go unnoticed and unrecognized. Take the time to reach out to your NBAA regional director or other staff member and thank them.
