Event Details and Registration

On April 1, 2026, the National Flight Training Alliance, on behalf of more than 200 participants, submitted a recommendation report to the FAA entitled “A Comprehensive Modernization of Pilot Training Conducted by 14 CFR Part 141 Training Organizations.” This report details eight primary recommendations, including embracing new technology, using data to drive improvements, and establishing a central management office. NFTA’s Lee Collins will provide an update on the status of this report with likely next steps in the regulatory process.

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Booth 354, east of hangar B - just behind the Garmin booth, white tent with a huge NAFI logo.

Lee Collins currently serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA), where he brings a wealth of leadership experience and passion for aviation to his current role. Early in his career, he was involved in flight training and eventually owned a 141 Flight Training Center in Louisville, KY. In later years, his career spanned both Corporate and 135 Flight Operations, as well as the Regional and Major Airline industries.  During his career as an Airline Captain, Lee demonstrated unwavering commitment to safety and excellence, maintaining final authority and responsibility for flights across the globe. Throughout his long career, Lee has held significant leadership roles in various aviation organizations, including Philanthropic, Government and Legislative Affairs, Airline Operations, Flight Safety and Security. He was also instrumental in driving culture transformation and rebranding efforts during his tenure as President of an Airline Pilot Trade Association, where he demonstrated strong leadership and vision on a variety of important issues before our nation's airline industry. In his current role as CEO of NFTA, Lee is dedicated to leading this groundbreaking organization towards new horizons, leveraging his extensive experience in governmental and legislative affairs, organizational design, strategic vision, and leadership.

NAFI is the National Association of Flight Instructors and is the largest association dedicated exclusively to flight instruction. NAFI’s vision is ‘Safer pilots through flight instruction excellence.’ NAFI’s mission throughout its 59-year history is to promote flight instruction excellence with education, mentorship, and advocacy. This is accomplished by providing instructors with tools and resources that help them deliver the best professional training and service possible. Anyone may join NAFI to take advantage of the many educational and flight tools, products, and discounts available. www.nafimentor.org. Contact nafi@nafimentor.org 866-806-6156.