53rd Annual MAMA Conference

Information Sharing Session for MAMA, GSAMA, and MAAB members.

We'll discuss how to utilize the tools at your disposal to track and reduce community concerns and how to have successful community engagement using aircraft tracking. Passur Aerospace and Amber Goodspeed of Massport at Hanscom Field will use Hanscom Field's partnership with neighboring Minute Man National Historical Park as an example of how to create a program, monitor, and reduce frequently recurring issues.

Session Key Takeaways:
- Reducing complaints comes from a combination of grass roots discussions with neighbors, air traffic contral and pilots, as well as using available tools to identify and track issues.
- Keeping track of the success (or needed improvements) of the program ensures continued positive engagement with neighbors.

Present early development of aircraft like the Burgess Flyer, to the Gee Bee up to today’s electric and autonomous units and effects on Massachusetts economy and aviation as a whole. Roles of Raytheon, GE, Draper and US Government. Discuss early airports, where they went and ones that thrived. Look at early commercial aviation, from Boston-Maine Airways (Northeast Airlines) to Provincetown-Boston Airways, to Cape Air and companies like Wiggins Airways. Fits and starts at Hanscom and Worcester. End with role of entities such as Massachusetts Air and Space Museum, MAMA and MBAA to preserve future.

Session Key Takeaways:
- Without active involvement by aviation stakeholders, airports will close, manufacturing will leave and jobs lost. History has proven this. Consistent active community involvement is needed. Public support is the way to go. Stakeholders cannot do it alone but can make a huge impact together.

This dedicated block of time is for you to connect with our exhibitors. It is a fantastic opportunity to explore innovative products and services, engage in meaningful conversations, and forge valuable partnerships. Don’t hesitate to ask questions, share your insights, and discover what each exhibitor has to offer.

This is your final chance to network with exhibitors while they are set up!

As airport operations grow more complex, leaders are under pressure to improve efficiency, manage growth, and reduce operational risk without disrupting live environments. This session explores how AI-powered simulation and digital rehearsal environments allow airports to test operational decisions before implementation. Covering everything from surge readiness and construction planning to IROPs and autonomous systems integration.

Session Key Takeaways:
- Why reactive operational models are becoming unsustainable
- How simulation enables safer operational testing and planning
- Practical applications for surge readiness, capital projects, and IROPs
- How airports can adopt AI-driven operational rehearsal without large-scale disruption

The purpose of this discussion is to highlight the impact of an airport growth strategy that involves robust community engagement. This approach extends beyond promoting air service; it fosters meaningful community buy-in and shared investment in the airport’s long-term success.

Session Key Takeaways:
- Your community wants to be involved. They understand the economic impact that an airport has and would prefer to help guide its growth and be a part of its success.

Join us for MAMA's Annual Meeting, where we’ll reflect on the accomplishments of the past year, discuss future plans, and conduct officer elections for the upcoming term. This meeting is an important opportunity for members to engage with leadership and help shape the direction of our organization.