by King Air Gathering organizers
King Air Gathering co-hosts King Air Nation and BLR Aerospace have announced the speakers, companion activities and a full list of educational and networking events attendees can expect during the 2026 King Air Gathering happening March 26-28 in Horseshoe Bay, Texas.
KAG’s venue is Horseshoe Bay Resort, featuring Texas Hill Country scenery paired with a private airport and world-class resort amenities including golfing, spa services, lakeside activities, dining and more. The resort is situated along Lake Lyndon B. Johnson, approximately 50 miles northwest of downtown Austin.
Find the latest information for the King Air Gathering at kingairgathering.com. Registration is $995 per person for all attendees and the lodging rate is discounted at $289 per night plus fees if you use the KAG room block, available until Feb. 24.
A new option this year, Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 Connect offers operators, pilots and maintainers direct engagement with P&WC experts on Thursday at the Horseshoe Bay Resort Airport (KDZB). There is no additional cost for registered KAG attendees to participate in this activity, though registration is required.
The following is an overview of the schedule of presentations, hands-on learning and expert-led sessions focused on strengthening pilot skills and deepening King Air knowledge. Note: This schedule is subject to change after publication.
Visit kingairgathering.com for the latest details and email questions to event@kingairgathering.com.
Thursday, March 26
- Arrivals
- PT6 Connect with Pratt & Whitney Canada (separate registration required) at KDZB
- Evening welcome reception
Friday, March 27
- Welcome & overview with Kevin Carson, King Air Academy
- Keynote speaker
- King Air Incidents & Accidents with Peter Basile,Textron Aviation
- How To Keep Your FAA Medical with Dr. Brent Blue
- Lunch and sponsor time
- Mitch Heaton, Hartzell Propeller
- Buses to static display
- Introduction of the King Air Safety Foundation
- How To Care for Your Windshields for Maximum Life with Ken Blow, KADEX Aero Supply
- Travis Lamance, Haven Aviation Services Group
Saturday, March 28
- Gogo Galileo HDX STC for King Airs with Rob Reed, Stevens Aerospace
- New King Air Fuel System with Scott Philiben, CiES
- Propeller Materials with Martin Albrecht, MT-Propeller
- PT6A Technical Updates, Best Maintenance Practices & More with Pratt & Whitney
- Lunch and sponsor time
- Avionics Breakout Sessions with Garmin and Collins
- King Air Connectivity & Starlink with Paul Sneden, King Air Maintenance Academy
- How To Get Better Insurance Rates with Jeff Rhodes, 5X5 Insurance
- Parts Availability and Maintenance Panel Discussion
- Dinner, awards and auction