Industry Leaders Gather: ASA’s Premier Aviation Valuation Courses Hosted at Satcom Direct Headquarters

Last week, aviation professionals from around the globe converged at a cutting-edge venue as Satcom Direct hosted two exclusive courses by ASA. The event, which took place at Satcom Direct’s headquarters, offered an immersive experience blending education with industry insights and technological advancements.

Attendees came from diverse backgrounds, representing renowned entities like ICF, Axiom, JSSI, Arvest Capital, Blue Sky Aero, Embraer, Goal Leasing, SOLJETS, and Guardian Jet. Among the highlights was a comprehensive tour of Satcom Direct’s Network Operations Center, support lab, and data center, providing first-hand exposure to state-of-the-art infrastructure pivotal in today’s aviation landscape.

The educational component featured esteemed speakers from key industry players such as Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, JSSI, and Satcom Direct itself. Participants had the privilege of experiencing exclusive presentations covering a range of topics, from insightful market analyses to emerging trends and technological innovations shaping the aviation sector.

The event also spotlighted two pivotal courses offered by ASA as part of their Aviation Valuation Program: ME203ACS and ME204ACS taught by Dr. Robert Gallagher, ASA, ISTAT and Richard Berkemeier, ASA. These courses, integral to attaining the Accredited Member (AM) or Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) designation, provided attendees with advanced insights into aircraft appraisal methodologies, report writing, professional standards, ethics, and more.

ME203ACS delved into the foundational principles of aircraft valuation, while also introducing participants to various aviation specialties, including UAS, helicopters, flight simulators, and aviation engines. Meanwhile, ME204ACS, the final course in the Principles of Valuation series, delved deeper into report writing, defending appraisal reports, and specialized approaches to appraising commercial aircraft.

Designed for aircraft brokers, aviation appraisers, original equipment manufacturers (OEM), and professionals in aviation banking, financing, and maintenance industries, these courses serve as essential pillars for career advancement and professional excellence in the aviation appraisal domain.

The convergence of industry expertise, cutting-edge technology, and global perspectives at Satcom Direct’s headquarters underscored the event’s significance as a premier gathering for aviation professionals seeking to stay at the forefront of the rapidly evolving aviation industry.

ASA’s aircraft valuation courses at Satcom Direct provided a unique blend of education, networking, and firsthand industry insights, setting the stage for participants to excel in their respective fields within the aviation sector.