2025 Agenda
A4A Nondestructive Testing Forum
September 22 - 25, 2025
Speakers
2025 Agenda & Presentations
Our engaging lineup of speakers will discuss current trends, issues and successes in NDT methodologies.
SAE AMS K Meeting - Nondestructive Methods and Processes Committee
8:00 am - 2:00 pm | Oak 1Registration
10:00 am - 5:30 pm | Magnolia PrefunctionNDE Labs Quality Inspection Facility Kick-Off Tour
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | LobbyNDT Network Meeting
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm | Oak 3Exhibit Hall Setup
11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Magnolia BallroomReception
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Magnolia Ballroom
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Registration
8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Magnolia PrefunctionExhibit Hall Opens
8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Magnolia BallroomWelcome Breakfast
8:00 am - 9:00 am | Magnolia Ballroom
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Introductions / Opening Remarks
9:00 am - 9:10 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
John Bohler
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NAS410 REV 6: Development and Publication Timeline
9:40 am - 10:10 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Drake McGregor
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Refreshment Break
10:10 am - 11:00 am | Magnolia Ballroom
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PANEL: Skill Development and Advancement of NDT Inspectors: All-Level Discussion
11:00 am - 11:45 am | Cypress BallroomNDT inspectors progress through three designated levels based on years of experience and training. As NDT inspection is a niche skill, there have been difficulties in succession planning and placement for eminent vacancies. The panel discussion will include inspectors at various levels to share their matriculation experiences, inspiration, coaching and challenges and related factors associated with their journey.
Lunch
11:45 am - 12:45 pm | Cedar/Oak Room
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Nondestructive Testing Reference Standards, an Airline/MRO Perspective
12:45 pm - 1:15 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Alex Melton
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The Effect of On-Aircraft Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics (CFRP) Inspection Method on Total Repair Time in an In-Service Setting
1:15 pm - 1:45 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Kate Summers
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A4A/SAE Nondestructive Testing Innovation Award Presentation
2:30 pm - 2:40 pm | Cypress BallroomRefreshment Break
2:25 pm - 3:15 pm | Magnolia Ballroom
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Measuring Operational Excellence and ROI with UT Grid Inspection Tools
3:15 pm - 3:45 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Kevin Tang
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Testia SHM Cadet Academy - Overview on the Harmonization of Education of SHM Specialists and Sensor Installers
3:45 pm - 4:15 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Holger Speckmann
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Update on CVM Usage to Improve Aircraft Maintenance Programs
4:15 pm - 4:45 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Dennis Roach, Ph.D.
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B717 Use of X-ray on Lower Wing Skin Cracks
4:45 pm - 5:15 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Walt Jarecki
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Hospitality Suites Open
6:00 pmRegistration
8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Magnolia PrefunctionExhibit Hall Opens
8:00 am - 3:30 pm | Magnolia BallroomWelcome Breakfast
8:00 am - 9:00 am | Magnolia Ballroom
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GE Aerospace T700 / CT7 Torque Tube Braze Ultrasonic Phased Array Field Application
9:00 am - 9:30 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Landon Meggison
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Depth-Encoded Eddy Current Bolt Hole Inspection for Multi-layer Aircraft Structures
9:30 am - 10:00 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Ryan St. Clair
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Refreshment Break
10:00 am - 10:45 am | Magnolia Ballroom
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sUAS Update on GVI and Lighting Strike Inspection Update
10:45 am - 11:15 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Walt Jarecki
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Does 'Visual Inspection' and 'SHM' Belong in NDT?
11:15 am - 11:45 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
David Piotrowski
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Lunch
11:45 am - 12:45 pm | Cedar/Oak Room
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Airline/MRO Perspective on NDT
12:45 pm - 1:15 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Alex Melton
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Novel Method of Reference-Free Residual Stress Measurement Around Cold Expanded Holes Utilizing Time-Of-Flight and Amplitude Parameters of Ultrasonic Waves
1:15 pm - 1:45 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Nikolay Akimov
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An Advanced Ultrasonic Spectroscopy Solution: Composite Damage Detection in Multi-Layered Materials
1:45 pm - 2:15 pmSpeaker Info
Janelle Chambers
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Refreshment Break
2:15 pm - 2:45 pm | Magnolia Ballroom
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Advanced Defect Detection and Classification in Sandwich Composite Structures Using Statistical and Al-Driven Techniques
2:45 pm - 3:15 pmSpeaker Info
Joshua Aigbotsua
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UTPA Hockey Stick Inspection
3:15 pm - 3:45 pm | Cypress BallroomCFM LEAP - High Pressure Turbine Module Level PAUT Inspection of LLPs
3:45 pm - 4:15 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Stetson Watkins
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FAA Research and Development Inspection Program
4:15 pm - 4:45 pm | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Paul Swindell
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Exhibitor Passport Prize Drawing
4:45 pm - 4:55 pm | Cypress BallroomRegistration
8:00 pm - 11:00 am | Magnolia PrefuctionContinental Breakfast
8:00 am - 9:00 am | Cypress Prefuction
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Pylon Reinforcement Plate X-ray
9:00 am - 9:30 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Ernesto Jose Garcia
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ROTOTEST to ELOTEST M6: MR6/4 Rotor for Advanced Bolt Hole Inspection with Layer Detection
9:30 am - 10:00 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Dietmar Griem
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SAE Committee K Report
10:00 am - 10:10 amRefreshment Break
10:10 am - 10:40 am | Cypress Prefuction
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Traditional Aircraft Ultrasonic Inspection versus Phased Array – How Phased Array Techniques Improve Inspection Reliability and Reduce Program Costs
10:40 am - 11:10 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Jeff Register
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B737 STA 663 Failsafe Strap PZT Detection
11:10 am - 11:40 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Walt Jarecki
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Cross-Atlantic NDT Qualification: Today’s Practices, Tomorrow’s Challenges
11:40 am - 12:10 am | Cypress BallroomSpeaker Info
Dr. Christian Dürager
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Wrap Up and Grand Prize Drawing
12:10 pm - 12:25 pm | Cypress Ballroom
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