NBAA Regional Forum Rides Bizav's Wave of Optimism
The NBAA regional forum on Tuesday at Miami-Opa locka Executive Airport (KOPF) attracted more attendees and exhibitors than initially expected.
NBAA kicked off its 2022 regional forum series with an event in Miami that drew 2,000, surpassing expectations. (Photo: Chad Trautvetter/AIN)
NBAA kicked off its 2022 regional forum series with an event in Miami that drew 2,000, surpassing expectations. (Photo: Chad Trautvetter/AIN)

The NBAA regional forum today at Miami-Opa locka Executive Airport (KOPF) attracted more attendees and exhibitors than initially expected, reflecting optimism in the business aviation industry. Association president and CEO Ed Bolen said they had planned for 1,500 attendees and about 120 exhibitors, but the tally this morning was 2,200 registered attendees and more than 130 exhibitors. There were also 15 aircraft on static display at the forum, which is NBAA's first in-person event this year.