Aircraft Fire and Rescue Summit @ FDIC International
Elevate Your Expertise
April 8-9, 2025 | Indiana Convention Center
Join the Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting Working Group (ARFFWG) as we proudly host the Aircraft Fire and Rescue Summit @ FDIC International. It's your chance to take your skills to new heights, build valuable connections, and gain the knowledge you need to ensure the safety of your community.
Attendee registration is required and available through FDIC’s registration page.
SUMMIT AGENDA
Tuesday, April 8
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM | Welcome
1:15 PM - 1:40 PM | Attendee Assessment: Evaluating Engagement & Impact
1:40 PM - 2:00 PM | Collaborative Conversations
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM | Emergency Response: Navigating Expectations and Protocols
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Coffee Break with Sponsors
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Existing Plans: A Spectrum of Strategies Across Agency Sized & Types
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM | Unpacking Solutions: Innovating for the Future
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM | Day 1 Wrap-Up
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Welcome Cocktail Reception with Sponsors
Wednesday, April 9
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM | FDIC Opening Keynote (ICC – Sagamore Ballroom)
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Welcome & Coffee
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM | Day 1 Rewind: Diving into the Hot Topics
10:50 AM - 11:00 AM | Day 2 Kickoff: New Insights, New Horizons
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Foam-Fueled Strategies: Tackling Tactics with Norbe Puroll and Liza Pitts
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Networking Lunch with Sponsors, Special Presentation by Tempest Technology
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM | Lessons in Action: Real-World Case Studies; Chief Tracy Young-- Lee County Port Authority
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM | Tabletop Challenge I: Crafting Solutions in Real-Time
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM | Coffee Break
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM | Tabletop Challenge II: Crafting Solutions in Real-Time
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM | Tabletop Challenge III: Crafting Solutions in Real-Time
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM | Final Thoughts: Reflect, Discuss, and Conclude
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM | Closing Remarks
The Benefits of Attending
Address Organizational Barriers
Effective incident response relies heavily on strong relationships among all stakeholders. To ensure seamless coordination, it is essential to understand the roles and responsibilities of every organization that may be involved in an aircraft incident. As mandated by FAR Part 139, each certificated airport must have an Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) that outlines specific duties for each responding department. Familiarizing yourself with your airport's AEP, identifying key players, and building relationships with them beforehand is crucial for efficient incident response.
Collaborative Problem Solving
Airport rescue and firefighting capabilities vary significantly worldwide, with each airport facing unique challenges and opportunities. Despite the rarity of aircraft incidents, they represent the highest potential risk, making safety for pilots and travelers our top priority. This summit provides a dynamic platform for experts to share insights, exchange innovative ideas, and learn from diverse experiences. Together, we can address challenges, leverage strengths, and enhance our Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) response to improve safety across the aviation industry.
Network with Peers
We put exceptional care into ensuring the individuals we gather are leaders in their departments that service, or manage, smaller regional airports. That means true interaction among peers. It means everyone is a decision-maker. And ultimately, it means the discussions are focused and the networking is unmatched.
Connect with Global Fire Protection Experts
At the core of this summit is the ARFFWG, a non-profit organization that has been championing aviation fire protection and prevention since 1990. Join us and become part of a network that spans the world, sharing insights and best practices to keep our skies safe.
Interested in Attending?
Attendee registration is required and available through FDIC’s registration page; for questions, please contact Program Director Stephanie Gendron, Stephanie.Gendron@clarionevents.com.
Registration Cost: $200
