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eVTOL Technology USA
October 28 - October 29, 2024
eVTOL Technology USA

As one of the latest innovations in aviation and transportation technology, eVTOLs are instrumental in a new movement toward Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), both in their operational usage for passenger movement, as well as cargo transport between urban, suburban and rural areas. With the potential to encompass the future of vertical flight, eVTOLs represent the next frontier in air travel, and as such, it is crucial to bring together the AAM community to discuss the latest developments and opportunities in the field, and contribute towards the safe and efficient integration of future eVTOLs.

Drawing on knowledge shared by leading eVTOL experts from key US, and International organizations, eVTOL Technology USA will facilitate fruitful discussions on eVTOL priorities, challenges and solutions in its entirety, offering a truly holistic agenda with a wide-range of presentations seeking to enable the community to access the latest design, innovation and certification developments in the sector.

This conference will be a catalyst to furthering these internationally important topics, promoting dedicated discussions, networking and passing knowledge to enhance the approach, analysis, and solutions to enable the safe integration of eVTOLs in the US and International airspace.

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Andy McIntyre

Andy McIntyre

Future Capability Group Army/Navy Team Leader, UK MoD
Brett Fay

Brett Fay

Vice President of General Aviation, Tampa International Airport
Christopher Oswald

Christopher Oswald

Senior Vice President, Safety and Regulatory Affairs, Airports Council International - North America
Colonel (Ret.) Dawn Zoldi

Colonel (Ret.) Dawn Zoldi

Founder and CEO, P3 Tech Consulting
Colonel Charles

Colonel Charles "Tron" McMullen

Deputy Director, Global Reach, US Air Force
David Dunning

David Dunning

Director Global Innovation and Policy, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA)
Ed Wegel

Ed Wegel

Founder & Chairman, UrbanLink Air Mobility
Greg Bowles

Greg Bowles

Head of Government Policy, Joby Aviation
Greg Campbell

Greg Campbell

Director, Virginia Department of Aviation
Haddon Antonucci

Haddon Antonucci

Policy Director, Office of Congressman Jeff Van Drew
John Forristal

John Forristal

Senior Manager, Public Affairs, Lilium
Lieutenant Colonel Jeff Bess

Lieutenant Colonel Jeff Bess

Product Manager, Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Project Office, Program Executive Office, Aviation (PEO Aviation)
Nancy Mendonca

Nancy Mendonca

Deputy, AAM Mission Integration Office, ARMD, NASA
William

William "Carson" Spence

Director Acting, Policy Coordination Division, Strategy, Policy Coordination & Innovation, TSA
Yolanka Wulff JD

Yolanka Wulff JD

Executive Director, Community Air Mobility Initiative (CAMI)

, Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation

Andy McIntyre

Future Capability Group Army/Navy Team Leader, UK MoD
Andy McIntyre

Andy has worked within defence environment, as both an engineer and as a portfolio manager, for over thirty years. He has a deep specialism in procurement and innovative approaches to delivery and, at the beginning of the COVID pandemic, worked as a senior PM for the UKs Vaccine Task Force, playing a key role in providing vaccine for both the UK and Internationally with donations through Covax. Returning to the MOD in March 2022, Andy joined the Future Capability Innovation group in DE&S, leading the Army and Navy Portfolios; he also has responsibility for all procurements of UAS in support of a partner force.
The FCGI exists, and has a focus, to explore new capabilities with Front-Line Commands so that they can be evaluated and, where appropriate, exploited at scale. Increasingly, projects are ‘Agile By Default’ to deliver early operational advantage. The Group works closely with its core customer, DSTL and central MOD areas such as the DIU and DASA. Throughout his career Andy has been a passionate advocate of delivering Operational Advantage through a better application of strategic thinking on innovation, inclusive cultures and sustainability.
Having played rugby from a young age Andy remains a committed supporter of the game and his local club. He enjoys life in Dorset with his wife and has two grown up daughters.
 

Brett Fay

Vice President of General Aviation, Tampa International Airport
Brett Fay

Brett is the Vice President of General Aviation at Tampa International Airport and is responsible for directing the operations, maintenance, and business initiatives of the Aviation Authority’s three General Aviation airports which include Plant City, Peter O. Knight, and Tampa Executive Airport.
 

Brett is also responsible for Advanced Air Mobility planning and coordination for Tampa International Airport and Chairs the Advanced Aviation Technology Committee for the Aviation Authority. He is the Co-Chair for the Emerging Aviation Technologies committee for the American Association of Airport Executives and serves on the Florida Department of Transportation working group for AAM. In addition to his involvement with Advanced Air Mobility, he also serves on the Board of Directors for the Florida Aviation Business Association and the Hillsborough Community College Foundation.

Chris Rocheleau

Chief Operating Officer, National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
Chris Rocheleau

Christopher J. Rocheleau serves as the association’s chief operating officer, overseeing NBAA’s activities relating to aircraft and flight department operations, as well as the administrative, financial and human resources functions.
Prior to joining NBAA, Rocheleau served the FAA with distinction for over 20 years in multiple roles including acting associate administrator for aviation safety, chief of staff, assistant administrator for policy, international affairs and environment, as well as the executive director for international affairs. He has an extensive background in aviation safety and innovation.
Rocheleau holds a bachelor’s degree from Central Connecticut State University and a Master of Public Administration from City University of Seattle. He has completed the Executive National Security Program at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, and the Corporate Aviation Program at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business.
 

Christopher Oswald

Senior Vice President, Safety and Regulatory Affairs, Airports Council International - North America
Christopher Oswald

Chris Oswald is the Senior Vice President for Safety and Regulatory Affairs at ACI-NA. In this role, he has primary responsibility for ACI-NA's activities in safety, capacity, operations, design and other airport technical and regulatory issues. He advocates for airport operator interests in airport technical and regulatory forums in the U.S., Canada, and internationally and—with the support and involvement of ACI-NA member airports—develops best practices, policy positions, and technical guidance for the North American airport community.
Oswald has over 30 years of experience in the airport industry, both with ACI-NA and airport consulting firms where he specialized on provided airspace, airfield, and master planning.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California and a master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin.

Colonel (Ret.) Dawn Zoldi

Founder and CEO, P3 Tech Consulting
Colonel (Ret.) Dawn Zoldi

Dawn M.K. Zoldi (Colonel, USAF, Retired) is a licensed attorney with 28 years of combined active duty military and federal civil service to the U.S. Air Force. She is the CEO & Founder of P3 Tech Consulting and an internationally recognized expert on emerging technologies law and policy, featured in CNN, Forbes and Newsweek and on the Public Broadcasting Service television network (show host Emmy-nominated series). Her Dawn of Autonomy podcast was recognized as one of the “Top 7 Drone Podcasts 2024 (The Drone Girl) and the “Best Drone Podcast of the Year 2023” (The Droning Company). She has also been recognized by the Great Companies in the consulting category for the 6th International Women Entrepreneur 2024 Awards. Among other accolades, she has been listed as one of the Top Women in Aerospace & Aviation to Follow on LinkedIn for several years and in the eVTOL Insights Power Book. Ms. Zoldi is the author of the book Unmanned Aircraft Systems Legal and Business Considerations: A Modern Primer for U.S. Drone Programs. For more information, follow her on social media and visit her website at: https://www.p3techconsulting.com.

Colonel Charles "Tron" McMullen

Deputy Director, Global Reach, US Air Force
Colonel Charles "Tron" McMullen

Colonel Charles “Tron” McMullen is the Deputy Director, Global Reach Programs, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Arlington, Virginia. Col McMullen is responsible to the Air Force Acquisition Executive for the $8 billion airlift, air refueling, training and special operations program portfolio, which includes the KC-46, Presidential Airlift Replacement, Combat Rescue Helicopter, T-7, C-5, C-17, KC-10, KC-135, C-130, CV-22, HH-60, LAIRCM, CNS/ATM, OSA/VIPSAM, T-1, T-38 and T-6. His previous assignment was as Professor of Aerospace Studies and Commander of Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) Detachment 005 at Auburn University.
Colonel McMullen received his commission as an AFROTC Distinguished Graduate from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics. He received the Flying Training Award at Helicopter Undergraduate Pilot Training. After two operational assignments he attended the United States Naval Test Pilot School and transitioned to the Acquisition Workforce. He served in a variety of flying positions in Air Combat Command as an HH-60G Rescue Pilot Flight Examiner and in Air Force Material Command as a CV-22 Test Pilot Flight Examiner. He also served on the Air Staff as a Program Element Monitor and Deputy Division Chief.
As a Command Pilot with over 2,300 flight hours in over 20 different aircraft, Col McMullen deployed seven times in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM and Operation IRAQI FREEDOM that resulted in flying 491 combat hours and conducting over 160 career “saves” from personnel recovery missions in combat.

Darshan Divakaran

Executive Advisor, NUAIR
Darshan Divakaran

Darshan “Dash” Divakaran is an aerospace intrapreneur and technology evangelist with expertise in aerospace & defense, transportation & infrastructure, autonomy, geospatial analysis, and program management. His areas of expertise in unmanned aviation includes Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM), Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and counter UAS. Over the years he has led efforts to work with the public and private sector to develop, integrate and manage national award-winning programs and initiatives. He has been recognized by Commercial UAV News, eVTOL Insights and InterDrone as one of the top UAS and AAM visionaries.

David Dunning

Director Global Innovation and Policy, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA)
David Dunning

David Dunning, GAMA’s Director of Global Innovation & Policy, oversees strategic initiatives to advance technologies, products, and services, encompassing GAMA’s EPIC and advanced air mobility (AAM) portfolio. With a background spanning the United States Air Force and the Federal Aviation Administration, David brings extensive experience in military, civil, and government aviation. He led AAM integration efforts at the FAA and managed aircraft fleet operations for air medical charter operators. David holds a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Technical Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, FAA Inspector Authorization, FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licenses and is a private pilot.

David Franks

Standards Specialist Engineer, Aerospace, SAE International
David Franks

Dave Franks works at SAE International within Aerospace Standards and is helping to build consensus solutions that move the mobility industry forward.
He has an Aerospace Engineering background with over 15 years of experience throughout aviation that includes performance and operations engineering in the airline industry, and flight simulator and training device testing, development, and delivery to both private and military industries.
At SAE International, his focus is on discovering, developing, and delivering Standards to help advance the leading-edge aerospace technologies within AAM, eVTOL, SAF, Hydrogen, and SuperSonic.
 

David Friedmann

S&T Lead, DEVCOM Aviation & Missile Center
David Friedmann

David Oord

Policy Manager, Wisk
David Oord

Dianna Davis-Small

Transportation Security Specialist, Strategy, Policy Coordination & Innovation, TSA
Dianna Davis-Small

Dianna Davis-Small is the Acting Director of the Strategy Division within the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Office of Strategy, Policy Coordination, and Innovation. In this leadership role, she drives agency-wide strategic planning initiatives that are crucial to enhancing TSA’s ability to fulfill its mission and achieve its strategic objectives.


Ms. Davis-Small also oversees the creation, coordination, and updates of TSA’s key strategic documents, including the TSA Strategy, Administrator’s Intent, and TSA Roadmaps. She is currently spearheading the development of TSA’s Advanced Aviation Systems Roadmap, which outlines a strategic approach to securely integrating both autonomous and non-autonomous technological advancements into the aviation sector.
As TSA’s Transportation Systems Sector Coordinator, Ms. Davis-Small manages TSA’s responsibilities as a Co-Sector Risk Management Agency within the Transportation Systems Sector, one of 16 critical infrastructure sectors. She collaborates closely with the Department of Transportation and the U.S. Coast Guard to strengthen cross-sector awareness and address interdependencies and risks.


Ms. Davis-Small holds a Master of Science in Joint Campaign Planning & Strategy from the Joint Forces Staff College at the Department of Defense’s National Defense University. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Aviation Administration from Lewis University in Romeoville, Illinois, and is an alumna of the Executive Leaders Program at the Center for Homeland Defense and Security, Naval Postgraduate School.
 

Dr James C. Elmore

Transportation Security Specialist, Strategy, Policy Coordination & Innovation, TSA
Dr James C. Elmore

Ed Wegel

Founder & Chairman, UrbanLink Air Mobility
Ed Wegel

Ed Wegel is a seasoned airline executive with 40 years of experience in airline financing, operations and aircraft certification. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in several groundbreaking initiatives that have shaped the U.S. aviation industry having introduced several new aircraft types into service in the U.S. market, including the BAe J41, the Embraer E-145, and the Airbus A321 freighter.
He has led FAA certifications for three U.S. Part 135 airlines and two U.S. Part 121 carriers, including the 2014 certification of Eastern Air Lines' 737-800 fleet within a record-breaking eight months. In 2020, amid the pandemic, he led as Chairman and CEO the U.S. 121 flag carrier certifications, including EASA, IATA/IOSA and Department of Defense, of Global Crossing Airlines, which now operates 18 A320 family aircraft and is the fastest growing charter airline in the U.S. Additionally, Wegel has raised more than $2 billion in debt and equity for numerous aviation ventures and acquisitions and let the successful privatization of Trinidad and Tobago's national carrier, BWIA in 1995 He was also instrumental in the creation of Republic Airways, the second largest U.S. regional airline in 1998.
Continuing to shape the future of aviation, Wegel is the founder and chairman of UrbanLink Air Mobility, a South Florida-based advanced air mobility (AAM) operator dedicated to revolutionizing urban transportation through all-electric, zero emission air mobility solutions. In May, UrbanLink announced its partnership with Lilium, developer of the first eVTOL jet, to purchase 20 Lilium Jets. The company is also collaborating with established vertiport developers to build a robust support network for AAM operations. With entry into service expected by Summer 2026, UrbanLink is poised to be the first airline in the U.S. to integrate electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft into its fleet. Concurrently, Wegel leads Zoom!, a new start up Airbus A220 scheduled airline.
Wegel graduated from the United States Military Academy with a BS in Engineering and received his MBA with distinction in finance from the University of Colorado. He attained the rank of Captain while serving as an armored cavalry officer in the U.S. and Europe for five years. He is a member of the Wings Club and a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society,

Greg Bowles

Head of Government Policy, Joby Aviation
Greg Bowles

Greg brings nearly two decades of aviation regulation and policy experience to Joby Aviation as Head of Government Policy. He came to Joby from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) where he championed modern regulatory reforms, paving the way for a new form of daily air mobility. Greg held several leadership roles at GAMA including VP of Global Innovation and Policy and Director of European Affairs and Engineering. He is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society and an accomplished commercial airplane and helicopter pilot.

 

Greg Campbell

Director, Virginia Department of Aviation
Greg Campbell

Greg Campbell was named Director of the Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV) effective Feb. 14, 2022. Prior to his appointment by Gov. Glenn Youngkin, Greg was the Executive Director of the Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD), a position he held for 30 years.
As DOAV Director, Greg oversees a team of 35 professionals who grow local communities through economic development; serve the 65 public-use airports across the Commonwealth; meet the transportation needs of Virginians; assist in workforce development; and support the $22.9 billion aviation industry in Virginia.
In addition to his daily responsibilities, Greg serves on board of the Governor’s Aerospace Advisory Council; the Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority; the Virginia Resources Authority; the Washington Airports Task Force; the Virginia Small Aircraft Transportation Systems Lab; and the Virginia Aeronautical Historical Society.
Greg is a certified member of the American Association of Airport Executives and a past president of the Virginia Airport Operators’ Council. He is a past president of the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce; former chairman of the Shenandoah Valley Partnership; and recently served as a board member on Go Virginia Region 8.
Greg was named Airport Manager of the Year in 1996, and was selected as Aviation Person of the Year in 2012. He received the James Madison University Public Servant Award in 2013. Greg earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from Bridgewater College.
 

Haddon Antonucci

Policy Director, Office of Congressman Jeff Van Drew
Haddon Antonucci

Mr. Antonucci is a senior staff member for Congressman Jeff Van Drew, who serves as Vice Chairman of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. A South Jersey native, Haddon works closely with the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center and many other stakeholders on aviation policy through the FAA Reauthorization. Haddon’s work improves governmental technology integration by reforming organizational structures, policies, programs, and budgets.

James D. Foltz

Deputy Director of the Policy & Standards Division, FAA Aircraft Certification Service
James D. Foltz

James Foltz is currently the Deputy Director (Acting) of the Policy & Standards Division in the FAA’s Aircraft Certification Service (AIR).
In March 2024, James was named the Deputy Director of the AIR Compliance and Airworthiness Division (AIR-700), after years of serving in various AIR leadership roles. Previously, James served as Co-Manager of the Technical Policy Branch (AIR-620), overseeing the development and implementation of regulations and policy for all aeronautical products. He also served as Section Manager for the Programs and Procedures Section; established and managed the AIR Front Office Executive Support Branch; and managed the Strategic Policy Management Branch.
 

Jillian Keeler

Research Assistant, Urban Air Mobility, NASA
Jillian Keeler

Jillian Keeler graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a M.S. in Psychology, Option in Human Factors. She has worked at NASA Ames Research Center since 2018, assisting with one of the first urban air mobility simulations at NASA. She was also involved in developing and testing detect-and-avoid systems with pilots, culminating in training and supervising a live flight test at NASA Armstrong Flight Center. She continues to contribute to research focused on enabling safe and scalable urban air mobility operations within the Air Mobility Pathfinders (AMP) project.

Jimmy Smith

National UAS Representative, NATCA
Jimmy Smith

Jimmy Smith was hired by the FAA in 2010 and was an air traffic controller assigned to Southern California Terminal Radar Approach Control for 10 years. Before joining the FAA, he served as an air traffic controller in the U.S. Air Force and Department of Defense.
Jimmy has been the full-time National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) representative for Unmanned Aircraft Systems since August 2020. He participates in all aspects of UAS integration, from developing future technologies and requirements to working with individual facilities on their specific UAS operations.
 

Joe Galushka

Program Manager for Emerging Operations,Office of Science and Technology Integration , Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Joe Galushka

Joe Galushka is the Program Manager for Emerging Operations in the Office of Science and Technology Integration at the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace. Joe is a recognized human-systems integration professional with over 35 years’ experience evolving and refining mission-critical aviation systems within DoD, industry, and FAA. In his current capacity, he leads a multi-disciplinary team of FAA technical professionals and experts who conduct AAM research and testing to support the safe integration of AAM in the NAS. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University in Industrial Psychology and a Master’s degree in Human Factors Applied Behavioral Science from Wright State University.

John Forristal

Senior Manager, Public Affairs, Lilium
John Forristal

John Forristal is the Senior Manager of Public Affairs and Regulatory Strategy for Lilium, developer of the world’s first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet. In this role, John is leading Lilium’s engagement with government stakeholders across the Americas.
Prior to joining Lilium in 2024, John was a Manager in Deloitte Consulting’s Strategy practice focused on transportation and economic development. John holds an MBA from the University of Oxford and a BA in Political Science from Marquette University. He lives in Washington, DC.
 

Kristen Costello

Regulatory Affairs, BETA Technologies
Kristen Costello

Kristen Costello is a member of BETA’s Public Affairs Team, working with various internal departments to coordinate and develop BETA’s regulatory position on matters relevant to the success of the business and convey that position to key external stakeholders at the FAA and DOT. Prior to joining BETA, Kristen worked in part 135 operations management and was most recently VP of Safety and Compliance for a UAS company that specialized in drone delivery operations. Earlier in her career she served as a flight instructor in a part 141 training school and as a corporate pilot flying part 91 and 135 operations. Kristen holds a B.S. in Aeronautical Technology; Professional Pilot, and a Minor in Aviation Safety from Kansas State University. She holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate and two type ratings (CE560XL, CE525). Kristen also holds Certified Flight Instructor, Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument Ratings (CFI, CFII), and a part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.

Lieutenant Colonel Jeff Bess

Product Manager, Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Project Office, Program Executive Office, Aviation (PEO Aviation)
Lieutenant Colonel Jeff Bess

Lieutenant Kamryn Koesters

eVTOL Test Engineer, APF CTF / Emerging Technologies ITF
Lieutenant Kamryn Koesters

Lieutenant Kamryn Koesters is a test engineer at Edwards Air Force Base supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory's Advanced Air Mobility initiative. She is responsible for integrating eVTOL contractor test efforts into the base test review and approval process. Additionally, Lieutenant Koesters works with multiple military organizations to develop tests that explore the military utility of electric aircraft. She graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach with a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering.

Ludovic Aron

Representative to the U.S.A., EASA
Ludovic Aron

Ludovic is the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) representative in the United States of America, based in Washington D.C. He has over 20 years of experience in aircraft design engineering and certification. After his military service in the French Navy, he joined Dassault-Aviation, working as an aircraft systems engineer, first in the Military Customer Support division and then in the Business Jets division. After 10 years, Ludovic joined a brand-new French airplane maker, Sky Aircraft (GECI Aviation Group), as Head of Aircraft Systems. In 2013, Ludovic came to the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and soon after he was appointed Head of the Business Aeroplanes Certification. Thereafter he became Head of the Large Aeroplanes Certification, in charge of the European certification of the most modern airliners. He held this position for about 5 years and was namely responsible for the return to service of the B737 Max in Europe after its worldwide grounding in March 2019.

Ludovic holds a master’s degree in aeronautical and aerospace engineering, with a focus on Space-based Telecommunications, that he obtained after studying both at the Institut Supérieur de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace - ISAE-SUPAERO (Toulouse, France) and at the Technische Universität München - TUM (Munich, Germany).

Melissa McCaffrey

Head of Government Affairs, Archer
Melissa McCaffrey

Melissa McCaffrey is Archer’s Head of Government Affairs. In this role, she leads Archer’s government relations and policy efforts that support advanced air mobility at all levels of government. Prior to joining Archer, Melissa led Overair’s Government Affairs division, where she developed and executed strategies to engage with governments globally. Before Overair, Melissa spent over 10 years at the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, the world’s largest aviation association, where she held positions of increasing responsibility over her tenure. Her last role focused on managing government affairs policy and advocacy. Mrs. McCaffrey holds a B.S. in Air Traffic Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and has been a licensed pilot for over 20 years.

Nancy Mendonca

Deputy, AAM Mission Integration Office, ARMD, NASA
Nancy Mendonca

Nancy Mendonca is NASA’s acting mission integration manager for the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) mission in the Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD). She is responsible for long-range strategic planning, as well as coordination of projects, supporting AAM across ARMD’s programs and with industry, academia, and national/international government agencies. She supports the objective of promoting flexibility and agility while fostering AAM mission success and to promote teamwork across ARMD projects contributing to the AAM mission.
Mendonca previously served as a deputy in the AAM Mission Integration Office (AMIO), where she assisted in the integration of ARMD’s AAM efforts across the four ARMD programs and with the AAM ecosystem. Prior to this, she served as portfolio manager of ARMD’s Portfolio Analysis and Management Office, where she was responsible for overseeing the formulation of ARMD’s new projects within its research portfolio. Mendonca also served as technical integration manager for ARMD’s Joint Planning and Development Office and the Airspace Operations and Safety Program.
Prior to her career with NASA, Mendonca served 24 years in the U.S. Navy flying H-46 helicopters, followed by working at the Missile Defense Agency and the National Telecommunications and Information Agency, where she led and managed research programs and projects and maintained relationships with various government and industry stakeholders.
She graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering, and subsequently earned a Master of Science in Aeronautical Engineering and a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies. She is also a Certified Public Accountant and holds rotary and fixed-wing pilot licenses.
 

Tracy Tynan

Director, Virginia Unmanned Systems Center, Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC)
Tracy Tynan

Tracy Tynan is the Director for the Unmanned Systems Center at the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation with the goal of growing all aspects of Advanced Air Mobility within the Commonwealth. Prior to joining VIPC, she worked for 20 years within Virginia’s economic development community at both the state and regional levels working high profile corporate headquarters and aerospace projects. Previously, Ms. Tynan held several positions within commercial airlines which included Japan’s All Nippon Airways and gained entrepreneurial experience as part of the start-up teams for People Express, Presidential and Jet Aspen airlines. A graduate of the University of Virginia, Tracy earned her B.S. in Education while being the University’s top competitive diver and multiple record holder on the Swimming and Diving Team.

Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC)

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Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC)

The Unmanned Systems (UxS) Center at the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) is the nexus for Virginia's UxS activities, including land, air, sea, space, and advanced air mobility (AAM). VIPC is the key source for UxS information, grants, partnerships, and seed funding, helping establish Virginia as a national leader in unmanned aircraft systems business since 2019. In collaboration with the Virginia Department of Aviation, VIPC has established the Virginia AAM Alliance (VAMMA), bringing together stakeholders to develop, grow, and promote the AAM industry in Virginia and beyond. For more details, visit www.VIPC.org

Will Hutson

National UAM Representative, NATCA
Will Hutson

Will Hutson is an avid aviation enthusiast with over 15 years of air traffic control experience. He has worked at multiple FAA facilities, including Houston Air Route Traffic Control Center, George Bush Intercontinental Tower, and Denver Tower. He started flying when he was 15 years old and received his private pilot’s license and instrument flight rating shortly thereafter.
Will graduated with a bachelor's degree in Air Traffic Management from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University and currently serves as the Urban Air Mobility (UAM) representative for the National Air Traffic Controllers Association.

 

William "Carson" Spence

Director Acting, Policy Coordination Division, Strategy, Policy Coordination & Innovation, TSA
William "Carson" Spence

Yolanka Wulff JD

Executive Director, Community Air Mobility Initiative (CAMI)
Yolanka Wulff JD

Yolanka Wulff is Executive Director of CAMI, the Community Air Mobility Initiative, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support the responsible and sustainable integration of aviation into community transportation through education, communication, and collaboration. Yolanka is responsible for CAMI’s programs including the development of topical resources, webinars, conferences, and collaborations. This includes the Urban Air Policy Collaborative, a cohort-based curriculum for state and local agencies and airports. Prior to co-founding CAMI in 2019, she was a sustainable aviation consultant for ten years, working with industry, government, academia and nonprofits on policy, standards, industry development, market challenges, and communications. Yolanka is a member of the FAA’s Advanced Aviation Advisory Committee (AAAC), the Transportation Research Board New Users of Shared Airspace Committee, the GAMA Electric Propulsion Innovation Committee, the Vertical Flight Society Board of Directors, and is the organizer and convener of the annual VFS Electric Aircraft Symposium. She is a nonprofit and business attorney and consultant with over two decades of experience in the successful development, implementation, and management of mission-driven programs, with a focus on sustainable transportation, land use, and collaborative solutions.

How will you benefit from attending?

  • A unique focus on both the civil and military sectors, capturing a holistic view of the current challenges and opportunities across the entire eVTOL ecosystem
  • Access exclusive insights into the latest standardization, certification, and policy efforts driving the integration of eVTOL aircrafts
  • Meet and network with senior leaders at the forefront of eVTOL development and integration
  • Forge collaboration with the key stakeholders within the eVTOL community - all in one place

 Why is eVTOL the Future of Aviation?

  • Versatile and cost-effective alternative to conventional aircrafts
  • Low carbon emissions
  • Efficient aerial transportation for passengers and cargo in both urban and rural areas
  • Safety focused design
  • Unique advantages for military applications

Conference agenda

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8:00

Registration & Coffee

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8:50

Chair's Opening Remarks

Colonel (Ret.) Dawn Zoldi, Founder and CEO, P3 Tech Consulting

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9:00

FAA Keynote Address: eVTOL Policy and the Path Towards Standardization

James D. Foltz, Deputy Director of the Policy & Standards Division, FAA Aircraft Certification Service

  • Latest updates on the FAA’s eVTOL certification standards
  • FAA certification efforts, policies, standards, and future airspace integration requirements
  • Future priorities
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    9:30

    Navigating AAM Integration: A Look Ahead to 2025

    David Dunning, Director Global Innovation and Policy, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA)

  • Aircraft Certification: exploring advancements and regulatory frameworks for certifying AAM vehicles and highlighting key milestones.
  • Pilot Licensing: discussing the evolution of pilot licensing requirements for AAM operations, considering the integration of automation and specialized training programs.
  • Operational Approvals: examining the anticipated landscape of operational approvals and regulatory frameworks for AAM operations, including airspace access, traffic management, and infrastructure requirements.
  • Initial Scale: providing insights into the expected scale and deployment of AAM services by 2025 discussing use cases and geographic regions for early adoption and growth.
     
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    The Interplay of Policy, Plans, and Programs in the AAM Ecosystem: A TSA Perspective

  • Emerging Policy Areas in the Transportation Environment
  • Operationalizing Policy into Action
  • Implementing programs for impact
     
  • Dr James C. Elmore

    Dr James C. Elmore, Transportation Security Specialist, Strategy, Policy Coordination & Innovation, TSA

    Dianna Davis-Small, Transportation Security Specialist, Strategy, Policy Coordination & Innovation, TSA

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    William "Carson" Spence, Director Acting, Policy Coordination Division, Strategy, Policy Coordination & Innovation, TSA

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    10:30

    Morning Coffee

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    11:00

    Advanced Aviation: Challenges and Opportunities in 21st Century Airspace Integration

    Haddon Antonucci, Policy Director, Office of Congressman Jeff Van Drew

  • Overview of Congressman Jeff Van Drew’s “Advanced Aviation Act,” and the FAA Reauthorization.
  • Improving the FAA’s organizational structure and technology integration strategy.
  • Future directions for the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace.
     
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    Standards to Enable eVTOL Technology, Certification, and Operation

    David Franks, Standards Specialist Engineer, Aerospace, SAE International

  • Industry, Regulator, and SDO perspectives on how Standards are enabling eVTOL’s
  • Key standards activities in eVTOL technology areas
  • Current needs and gaps in Standards that are needed for development and certification
     
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    Collaboration Efforts to Drive Airspace Innovation

  • ATC’s role in the continued evolution of aviation
  • Current ATC modernization efforts that will help drive integration.
  • Future integration of new entrants from an ATC perspective
     
  • Will Hutson, National UAM Representative, NATCA

    Jimmy Smith, National UAS Representative, NATCA

    Joe Galushka, Program Manager for Emerging Operations,Office of Science and Technology Integration , Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

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    Developing a Harmonised Regulatory Framework to Ensure the Safe, Sustainable and Secure Introduction of eVTOL Operations: Insights from EASA

    Ludovic Aron, Representative to the U.S.A., EASA

  • EASA vision and roadmap for regulating Innovative Air Mobility
  • Building foundations: Initial Airworthiness, operations, crew licensing, continuing airworthiness
  • Stakeholder’s engagement
  • EU-U.S. harmonisation: challenges and opportunities
     
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    Networking Lunch

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    What’s Going on with the Weather? How Current Weather Focused Efforts will Support eVTOL Operations

    Nancy Mendonca, Deputy, AAM Mission Integration Office, ARMD, NASA

  • Overview of current FAA weather related efforts
  • Weather Information Provider standard
  • How the weather ecosystem is evolving
  • Why these efforts will benefit eVTOL OEMs and Operators
     
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    Integrating eVTOL Vehicles into the Urban Airspace: Key Insights into NASA’s Ames Research Center’s Air Traffic Simulation

    Jillian Keeler, Research Assistant, Urban Air Mobility, NASA

  • Overview of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) focused simulations that NASA Ames has led
  • An investigation of the potential of the Dallas-Fort Worth airspace to accommodate UAM operations using existing helicopter routes and a Letter of Agreement (LOA)
  • Joint efforts with Joby on an Air Traffic Management Interoperability Simulation (AIS) that examined Initial and Mid-Term UAM operations in the Dallas-Fort Worth airspace
     
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    Charting the Course: The Opportunities and Obstacles of Advanced Air Mobility and Business Aviation

    Chris Rocheleau, Chief Operating Officer, National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)

  • Innovations and Applications
  • Regulatory and Infrastructure Challenges
  • Market Opportunities and Estimated Time of Arrival
     
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    Afternoon Tea

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    Integrating Advanced Air Mobility into Transportation Systems: Initiatives to Support Local Advanced Air Mobility

    Yolanka Wulff JD, Executive Director, Community Air Mobility Initiative (CAMI)

  • Advanced Air Mobility is a broad concept that focuses on emerging aviation markets and use cases for urban, suburban and rural operations in order to move people and cargo between places more effectively.
  • AAM planning and policy at the local and regional level are needed to maximize potential benefits, mitigate adverse impacts, and guide equitable and sustainable outcomes.
  • Successful AAM integration requires community engagement to develop a shared vision for its role in the broader transportation system.
  • This session will consider the current efforts underway to integrate AAM into various localities, and the best practices emerging from those efforts. The session will also provide information about new resources for public agencies, airports and planners.
     

     

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    Panel Discussion: Advanced Air Mobility: The Path to Maturity

  • Outlining AAM plans and path to integration
  • Working with industry and local stakeholders to enable continued meeting of requirements
  • Next steps and priorities
     
  • David Dunning, Director Global Innovation and Policy, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA)

    Tracy Tynan, Director, Virginia Unmanned Systems Center, Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC)

    Will Hutson, National UAM Representative, NATCA

    Darshan Divakaran, Executive Advisor, NUAIR

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    Chair's Closing Remarks and Close of Day One

    Colonel (Ret.) Dawn Zoldi, Founder and CEO, P3 Tech Consulting

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    Northern Virginia AAM Stakeholder Reception sponsored by Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation

    Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC), ,

    Networking Reception Held in Partnership with VIPC, taking place at The Cooperative Plaza Conference Center, 4301 Wilson Blvd, Arlington VA 22203

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    Registration & Coffee

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    Chair's Opening Remarks

    Colonel (Ret.) Dawn Zoldi, Founder and CEO, P3 Tech Consulting

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    OEM Panel Discussion: Integrating AAM Networks into Urban and Regional Environments

  • Overview of OEM’s current efforts to seamlessly integrate AAM operations into existing urban and rural networks
  • Challenges faced and opportunities for increased collaboration
  • The role of autonomy in the future of aviation
  • Future priorities and path ahead
     
  • Greg Bowles, Head of Government Policy, Joby Aviation

    John Forristal, Senior Manager, Public Affairs, Lilium

    David Oord

    David Oord, Policy Manager, Wisk

    Kristen Costello, Regulatory Affairs, BETA Technologies

    Melissa McCaffrey, Head of Government Affairs, Archer

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    The First U.S. Airline Fully Committed to eVTOL Integration: Insights from UrbanLink

    Ed Wegel, Founder & Chairman, UrbanLink Air Mobility

  • Overview of UrbanLink’s current efforts to revolutionize urban transportation through innovative air mobility solutions
  • Creating smarter, greener and more efficient transportation systems to enhance connectivity and sustainability
  • Working in partnership with key industry leaders to accelerate regional adoption of AAM
     
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    Morning Coffee

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    Integrating eVTOL into US Department of the Air Force’s Operations

    Colonel Charles "Tron" McMullen, Deputy Director, Global Reach, US Air Force

  • eVTOL is having impact on combat operations globally, US DoD must be prepared
  • eVTOL has opened new mission areas and has potential to change manned flight
  • New technology will replace legacy systems when the technology exceeds legacy capability or reduces logistics demands
     
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    eVTOL and the Future of Vertical Flight: Latest Updates from PEO Aviation

    Lieutenant Colonel Jeff Bess

    Lieutenant Colonel Jeff Bess, Product Manager, Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Project Office, Program Executive Office, Aviation (PEO Aviation)

  • Overview of PEO Aviation’s current vertical flight projects
  • Using Future Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (FTUAS) to enhance aerial reconnaissance and situational awareness
  • Challenges faced and future considerations for eVTOL integration
     
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    Exploring Hybrid-Electric Aircraft for Army Missions: Insights from the DEVCOM Aviation & Missile Center

    David Friedmann

    David Friedmann, S&T Lead, DEVCOM Aviation & Missile Center

  • High fuel burden and cost anticipated in future military operations
  • Rapid technology improvement due to large non-DoD investments
  • Investigating technologies, configurations and operational concepts within Science and Technology (S&T) to determine potential benefits
     
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    Networking Lunch

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    Driving the Development and Integration of eVTOLs in a Military Environment

    Lieutenant Kamryn Koesters, eVTOL Test Engineer, APF CTF / Emerging Technologies ITF

  • USAF Involvement in Transformative Vertical Lift
  • Supporting Industry Partner’s Test
  • Executing Government Test with Industry Partners
  • Lessons Learned & Future Efforts
     

     

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    Future Capability – Explore, Experiment & Exploit

    Andy McIntyre, Future Capability Group Army/Navy Team Leader, UK MoD

  • Future Capability Innovation
  • Agile ways of working
  • Commercial Approach to exploitation
     
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    Afternoon Tea

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    Supporting a Seamless Integration of Advanced Air Mobility into Airports

    Christopher Oswald, Senior Vice President, Safety and Regulatory Affairs, Airports Council International - North America

  • Understanding the scale and scope of likely future AAM operations
  • Integration of AAM into congested airspace and airfield environments
  • Meeting AAM energy and infrastructure needs
  • Addressing AAM infrastructure funding challenges
  • Building community awareness and acceptance
     
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    Transforming the Aviation Industry: Insights from Tampa International Airport on the Introduction of eVTOL to Airport Operations

    Brett Fay, Vice President of General Aviation, Tampa International Airport

  • Driving advanced air mobility integration: working with local stakeholders to better understand how eVTOLs might be used going forward
  • Insights into Tampa International Airport’s first “air taxi” flight: successes and lessons learned
  • Safety and certification considerations
     
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    Driving Virginia’s Role as a Leader in the Development of Emerging Technologies: eVTOL Integration into Local Infrastructure and Airports

    Greg Campbell, Director, Virginia Department of Aviation

  • Minimum Viable Infrastructure to support AAM
  • Community Engagement and Outreach
  • AAM Ready Airports
     
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    Chair’s Closing Remarks and Close of Day Two

    Colonel (Ret.) Dawn Zoldi, Founder and CEO, P3 Tech Consulting


    Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
    Future Capability Group Army/Navy Team Leader
    UK MoD
    Vice President of General Aviation
    Tampa International Airport
    Chief Operating Officer
    National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
    Senior Vice President, Safety and Regulatory Affairs
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    Representative to the U.S.A.
    EASA
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    NASA
    Director, Virginia Unmanned Systems Center
    Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC)
    National UAM Representative
    NATCA
    Director Acting, Policy Coordination Division, Strategy, Policy Coordination & Innovation
    TSA
    Executive Director
    Community Air Mobility Initiative (CAMI)

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