September 15-17, 2009
Sheraton Hotel
Seattle, Washington  USA

ABOUT THE CARGO FACTS 2009
FIFTEENTH ANNUAL AIRCRAFT SYMPOSIUM

Now in its fifteenth year, CARGO FACTS 2009 is an annual aviation symposium which focuses on passenger and freighter aircraft. CARGO FACTS 2009 will provide a forum to address significant is­sues of interest to buyers, sellers, financiers, service providers and operators of aircraft with a focus on current challenges of aircraft operators and the prospects for future growth in aircraft usage in 2010. The symposium attracts professionals from a wide range of trade groups within the aviation industry, allowing delegates and par­ticipants the opportunity to meet with clients, prospects and sup­pliers.

Hear presentations and commentary from over 40 industry executives regarding current business strategies affecting flight equipment us­age. There will be a round table session on the current and future value of six popular aircraft types. Enjoy ten social events providing ample opportunity to network with leading executives and decision-makers in the industry. Learn from informative keynote and luncheon addresses from The Boeing Company and Airbus on their op­er­at­ing plans for 2010 and beyond.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Management representatives of airlines, manufacturers, aircraft leas­ing companies, financial institutions, brokerage houses, main­tenance and modification centers, as well as other parties with an interest in product improvements and market strategy changes for passenger and freighter aircraft in 2010.

FORMAT

The format of CARGO FACTS 2009 will encourage the exchange of ideas between program participants and delegates. Following the pan­el­ist presentations, wireless microphones and written questions can be used by delegates to ask questions or present their own ideas to the assembled group.

ATMOSPHERE AND EVENTS

In addition to providing a wealth of information and analysis from in­dus­try leaders during the business sessions, the conference pro­vides attendees with the opportunity to establish and renew business con­tacts. Delegates are given adequate time to meet with customers at ten social events. The premier social event, the Gala Evening, at Seattle's Museum of Flight, provides an extended period to network in the fascinating atmosphere of the West Coast's premier air and space collection.

REGISTRATION

To register for CARGO FACTS 2009, please fill out the online registration form, or download the brochure from this site, and send it in with your payment. Registrations will not be processed until pay­ment is made in full. Registration at the event site will begin at 11:00am on Monday, September 15th and be available throughout the symposium.

Cancellations for CARGO FACTS 2009 must be received in writing and are subject to the following charges: Refunds will be subject to a US$150 service charge until August 15, 2009. A 50% refund will be given from August 16, 2009 through September 1, 2009. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after the start of business on September 2, 2009. Delegate substitutions will be accepted for a US$150 fee.

VENUE

The newly renovated Sheraton Seattle is located at 1400 Sixth Avenue in downtown Seattle. This prime location offers access to world class dining, en­ter­tain­ment and shopping. Registration and all business sessions of CARGO FACTS 2009 will take place at the hotel.