TBM Annual Convention

Wednesday, October 29

  • Kick off the convention with arrivals into Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (KSAV), check-in at the Westin Savannah, and our casual Welcome Dinner—a relaxed evening to reconnect with fellow members, meet new faces, and ease into the weekend ahead.

Thursday, October 30

  • We’ll open with a high-impact general session featuring TBMOPA leadership updates and cornerstone safety presentations.
  • The day continues with focused breakout sessions and hands-on avionics training tailored to your aircraft.
  • Take time in the late afternoon to unwind or explore the city before heading to the docks for our Moonlight Masquerade costume party—a riverboat cruise filled with music, laughter, and Southern flair.

Friday, October 31

  • Friday dives deep into the heart of our safety programming with a full day of interactive roundtables, technical insights, and decision-making workshops.
  • Sessions will cover everything from international flying and aircraft data interpretation to PT6 engine management and real-world accident lessons.
  • The evening features cocktails, followed by our annual Foundation Dinner and Auction—an inspiring night of fun and philanthropy supporting the future of general aviation.

Saturday, November 1

  • We’ll begin the day with a half-day lineup of panels, owner-led discussions, and expert forums.
  • But don’t leave early—Saturday afternoon brings a surprise group experience that blends adventure and community. We’re planning something truly fun and unexpected to close the weekend on a high note. Trust us: you’ll want to stay for this.

Sunday, November 2

  • Enjoy a leisurely morning with breakfast and flexible departure times. Shuttles to the airport will be available.
  • We’ll send you off with gratitude, new connections, and a renewed commitment to safety—and to each other.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Arrivals to Airport11:00 AM - 7:00 PM 
Registration3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 
First Timers Reception5:00 PM - 6:00 PM 
Welcome Cocktails and Heavy Appetizers6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Breakfast with Vendors7:00 AM - 8:30 AM 
Welcome from Chairman8:00 AM - 8:15 AM 
Companions Lounge8:00 AM - 4:00 PMCompanions
Go/No-Go and Everything In Between8:15 AM - 9:15 AM 
Learning from the Past: Accident Case Studies and Pilot Takeaways9:15 AM - 10:15 AM 
Break with Vendors10:15 AM - 10:45 AM 
Morning Brief: From Passenger to Partner: Flying Right Seat with Confidence10:30 AM - 11:30 AMCompanions
SMS Through an FAA Lens: ‘Lessons Learned’ with John Croft10:45 AM - 11:45 AM 
Companions Luncheon11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 
Lunch with Vendors11:45 AM - 1:00 PM 
Daher Roundtable1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 
An Afternoon of Savannah Art1:00 PM - 4:00 PMCompanions
How to Prepare Your TBM for International Travel2:00 PM - 3:00 PM 
What’s That Button Do? An Avionics Round Robin3:00 PM - 4:30 PM 
Downtime Before Showtime4:30 PM - 5:30 PM 
Meet in Lobby for transfers to Riverboat5:45 PM - 6:00 PM 
Moonlight Masquerade: A Riverboat Affair6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 
Friday, October 31, 2025
Breakfast with Vendors7:00 AM - 8:30 AM 
TAP In: A Round Table for Safer, Smarter Flying8:00 AM - 8:45 AM 
Companions Lounge8:00 AM - 4:00 PMCompanions
Keeping yourself Sharp8:45 AM - 9:30 AM 
Break with Vendors9:30 AM - 10:00 AM 
What Your TBM is Telling You: Practical Data Tools for Owners10:00 AM - 10:45 AM 
Morning Brief10:30 AM - 11:30 AMCompanions
Full Circle: Returning to the TBM After Jet Ownership10:45 AM - 11:30 AM 
Lunch with Vendors11:30 AM - 12:45 PM 
Crossing Borders: What Every TBM Owner Should Know12:45 PM - 1:30 PM 
Indigo & History: An Afternoon in Savannah1:00 PM - 3:30 PMCompanions
The True Cost of Ownership: Managing Maintenance Expenses1:30 PM - 2:30 PM 
Ask the Experts: High-Level PT6 Insights for Beginner and Experienced Owners2:30 PM - 3:30 PM 
Break with Vendors3:30 PM - 4:00 PM 
Cocktails6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 
An Evening to Give: Dinner & Foundation Auction7:00 PM - 9:00 PM 
Saturday, November 1, 2025
Breakfast with Vendors7:00 AM - 8:30 AM 
Staying Sharp at Any Altitude: Aging & Aviation Medicine8:00 AM - 8:45 AM 
Companions Lounge8:00 AM - 12:00 PMCompanions
Morning Brief8:30 AM - 9:30 AMCompanions
Smarter. Safer. Ready: The Evolution of TBM Training with CAE8:45 AM - 9:30 AM 
Break with vendors9:30 AM - 10:00 AM 
Pilots, Paperwork & Pitfalls: Aviation Law with Joe LaRusso10:00 AM - 10:45 AM 
Low Country Flavors: Interactive Shrimp & Grits Cooking Experience10:00 AM - 1:00 PMCompanions
Upset Prevention & Recovery: Techniques from the Front Seat10:45 AM - 11:30 AM 
Getting Started with the Skew-T log (p) Diagram11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 
Lunch12:30 PM - 1:45 PM 
Garmin update with Sabrina1:45 PM - 2:45 PM 
Elephants, Rhinos & People2:45 PM - 3:15 PM 
Savannah Shuffle – We mix, match, and send you off to taste the town.4:00 PM - 7:00 PM 

Please note that all schedules are subject to change