Issues: Maintenance, Technical Knowledge, FAA

Warbird owners, operators, maintenance technicians and enthusiasts will gather in Oklahoma City February 26 -29 to further the cause of safety and knowledge relating to the warbird aircraft at the 10th National Warbird Operator Conference (NWOC).

NWOC was created to bring together owners, operators and the principal museums of warbirds to discuss common goals in the ever-changing world of economics, operations and regulations.  Over the past decade NWOC has remained true to this original intent.

Like in previous years NWOC organizers have developed a balanced program to enhance pilot maintenance, technician knowledge and address aircraft-specific topics to ensure continued flight for these unique aircraft.  Planned for this year's agenda are keynote presentations by FAA personnel from various local FAA offices, as well as a tribute to conference attendees who have been with the organization since the very first NWOC in 1993 in Galveston (TX).

Annual attendance at NWOC continues to grow with 2003 breaking all previous records.  "It is so rewarding to see fellow warbird enthusiasts unite one weekend a year to share the requisite knowledge to keep our national treasures airborne," said Bob Cannon, conference organizer and owner of Cannon Aviation Insurance.  He continued, "Looking to 2004 we anticipate a hugely successful conference due in part to the privilege of holding NWOC in the FAA'ss hometown."

Topics and speakers for NWOC 2004 include: Piston Engine Ignition and Lubrication by Mike Hudon and Dan Whitney Parachutes; Aircraft Egress by Allan Silver; and Aeromedical Preparation by Dr. Warren Silberman. NWOC is sponsored by Cannon Aviation Insurance, Courtesy Aircraft, EAA Warbirds of America, Precision Aviation Products Corporation, North American Trainer Association, HCC Insurance Holdings and Air Capitol Insurance. Sponsorships are available through February 1.

FMI: www.warbirdconference.com