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Mental health has long been a safety concern in all sectors of the aviation industry, particularly as related to pilots. Developing strategies to enhance prevention, identification, support, and recovery systems for students and professionals requires collaboration between key stakeholders, including educational institutions, government, industry, and the military. Don’t miss this meaningful networking opportunity that can help to ensure a healthier and safer aviation industry.

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2024
Wednesday, February 28th
8:00 AM

Registration & Check In

NTAS

Student Union Events Center - Pre-Event Area

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Break Station

Lycoming Engines

Student Union Events Center - Room A & D

8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

8:30 AM

Breakfast & Aviation Mental Health Poster Session

NTAS

Student Union Events Center - Room A & D

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

10:00 AM

Industry Panel - Breaking the Stigma: Fostering Mental Health Care in Aviation

Moderator: Pamela Petrone, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Kandy Bernskoetter, FedEx Express
Daniel Danczyk, Federal Aviation Administration
Eric Greene, United SOAR
Theodore W. Johnson, University of Nebraska at Omaha

Student Union Events Center - Room B & C

10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

11:30 AM

Breaking the Stigma: A Community Conversation

Facilitator: David Keck, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Facilitator: Lindsey Carelli, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Student Union Events Center - Room E & F

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

12:00 PM

Lunch

NTAS

Student Union Events Center - Room E & F

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

1:00 PM

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Susan E. Northrup, Federal Air Surgeon, Federal Aviation Administration

Dr. Susan E. Northrup, Federal Air Surgeon, Federal Aviation Administration

Student Union Events Center - Room B & C

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

2:15 PM

Industry Panel - Synergy in Action: Aviation Mental Health Initiatives in Government, Industry, & Academia

Moderator: Frank Ayers, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Elizabeth Bjerke, University of North Dakota
Daniel DaSilva, Morris Psychological Group
Teresa Michaelson, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Susan E. Northrup, Federal Aviation Administration

Student Union Events Center - Room B & C

2:15 PM - 3:30 PM