Goldberg aviation’s 2nd annual safety seminar

Goldberg Aviation is proud to continue its legacy of excellence with the 2nd Annual Safety Seminar—an exceptional opportunity to enhance your aviation knowledge, refine your piloting skills, and connect with fellow TBM owners in an atmosphere of camaraderie and learning.

This year’s program features expert-led ground school sessions offering FAA WINGS credits and insurance-approved certifications. Whether you’re a returning aviator or a new participant, this safety seminar promises invaluable insight from some of the industry's most seasoned professionals.

While companions are welcome to join select ground school sessions, we’ve also curated a series of bespoke local excursions designed to offer a memorable experience apart from the classroom. Limited space is available for these excursions, which are open to all attendees. Sign up early to guarantee your participation.


General Information

When: September 10 – 12, 2025 

Cost: Attendance for the seminar is $1,200 per participant. Or $1,500 with a companion/guest.

Locations:
Beacon Air Group (FBO)
2390 Overlook Dr, Billings, MT 59105 | 800.700.5107
FREE PARKING AND FUEL PRICES ARE LOWER THAN CAA PRICES

The Northern Hotel (Accommodations & Seminar)
19 N Broadway, Billings, MT 59101 | 406.867.6767

  • Please book your room as soon as possible as there is a specific # of blocked rooms

  • Airport Shuttle provided

  • When Booking: Use this link above for the special rate to be automatically applied, OR from the Northen Hotel website, select your stay dates from the landing page, then:

    1. Click SPECIAL CODES OR RATES ( Rates are valid for September 8th - September 12th, 2025)

    2. From the drop down on the left, select Group Code and enter BKG1122 in the Enter Code text box.

Please Note:

  1. The Special Events Agenda, has limited availability for each event, and is first come first serve - so Register early for your spot. You will later be invoiced accordingly, or emailed about being placed on the waitlist.

  2. Please fully review this webpage and Companion Activity options before selecting your preferences on the registration form below.


What to Expect

We’re excited to invite you to an upcoming Goldberg Aviation Safety Seminar designed for pilots committed to sharpening their skills, deepening their knowledge, and learning from real-world flying scenarios.

September 10th | Meet and Greet Dinner

Location: Northern Hotel

  • 6:00PM: Drinks

  • 6:30 - 9:00PM: Dinner

September 11tH | Morning Session: No bending, no bleeding.

Lessons: South Ballroom

  • ‘Contaminated Wings’ by William Goldberg

  • ‘Loss of Control’ by Brian Sagi

  • ‘Deep Dive into Avionics and Autopilot’ with Garmin employees

*Lunch provided by Goldberg Aviation

In the afternoon session, we’re bringing together a panel of subject matter experts from across aviation, including:

  • TBM Instructors

  • Maintenance professionals

  • Insurance specialists

  • Active Air Traffic Controllers

  • Garmin Specialists

Together, we’ll explore curated, real-world aviation scenarios in a roundtable discussion that encourages critical thinking, participation, and in-depth analysis. These aren’t just case studies—they’re opportunities to explore the why behind the decisions, the outcomes, and how each role contributes to safer, smarter flying.

Expect to walk away with practical insights, expert perspectives, and a renewed commitment to aviation safety. Whether you're a new pilot or a seasoned aviator, this is a unique opportunity to engage with professionals who live and breathe aviation daily.

Seats are limited, so be sure to reserve yours soon!

September 9th and 10th

UPSET RECOVERY TRAINING IN A GAMEBIRD

  • Each session ($1,600)

  • Sept 10th Meet and Greet Dinner At Northern Hotel ballroom

    • 6:00PM: Drinks

    • 6:30 - 9:00PM: Dinner

September 11th

SafeTy Seminar

  • Safety Seminar 8:30 AM - 5:00PM
    (schedule to come after registration)

  • 6:30PM - Cowboy-Up Dinner at upscale location

September 12th

Recurrent Training

  • Fly the scenarios discussed in the seminar and receive your insurance renewal certificate with William Goldberg and Jonathan Gruber. ($4,000)

maintenance Clinic

  • Deep dive into your airplane with Expert TBM mechanic, Rod Sandoval of Stellar Avion.
    ($200 per session, Approx. 2 hours)

September 9th - 12th

Companion Excursions

  • Casting with Grace: A Bespoke Fly Fishing Experience

  • Wild & Well: A Morning of Montana Movement, Mindfulness, and Candle Making

  • Ride Into the Wild - An Afternoon at Greycliff Creek Ranch


Companion Excursions

Casting with Grace: A Bespoke Fly Fishing Experience

Wednesday, September 10
6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Limited Spots | Private transportation | Outdoor Adventure | $800 per person
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Escape the ordinary and step into the serenity of Montana’s most pristine rivers with our signature Casting with Grace fly fishing experience. This immersive, full-day outing begins with private transport at dawn, venturing 90 minutes outside Billings to a secluded stretch of water curated exclusively for our group.

Upon arrival, guests will be fitted with premium rods and optional waders, then gently guided through the art of Orvis-style fly casting by expert local anglers from Big Sky Fly Fishers. Whether you're a seasoned fly fisher or a first-time caster, you'll receive personalized, elegant instruction amidst the rhythm of running water and golden morning light.

Midway through the morning, we’ll pause for a streamside picnic lunch, complete with local flavors and lavender-lemonade spritzers served in the open air. Every detail is curated for comfort, presence, and pleasure.

As a parting gift, each guest will receive a meaningful keepsake. This is not simply a fishing trip—it is a soulful invitation to reconnect with grace, nature, and yourself.


Wild & Well: A Morning of Montana Movement, Mindfulness, and Candle Making

Thursday, September 11
8 AM – noon

Iconic Views | Gentile exercise | Local crafts & products | Morning departure | $400 per person

Start your day with intention and beauty in the heart of Big Sky Country. We’ll gather in the lobby at the elegant Northern Hotel for a revitalizing cold-pressed juice and a nourishing morning bite, then head out by private transfer for a light hike and guided yoga stretch with yoga therapist, Lisa Riente of Blue Dog Yoga & Travel,  atop the iconic Rimrocks, where sandstone cliffs offer sweeping views of Billings and the Yellowstone Valley. This is Montana at its most breathtaking: grounded, vast, and quietly awe-inspiring.

After breathing in the mountain air and moving our bodies with grace, we’ll shift gears and head to a beloved local craft studio & Montana Goods shop, The Frae, where creativity and comfort meet. Enjoy a live coffee demonstration from Rock Creek Coffee Roasters while sipping on a hand-crafted cup. Then, roll up your sleeves and pour your own custom coffee-scented candle to take home—a sensory souvenir of your morning immersed in wellness and western charm.

You will also have the opportunity to purchase and stock up on locally made and handcrafted  Montana goods at the Frae’s shop front, where you will find a wide assortment of locally sourced edibles and incredible handcrafted local products. It's the perfect place to purchase souvenirs and stock up on your favorite treats from the Big Sky country.

This four-hour experience is designed to awaken your senses, restore your spirit, and spark joy through movement, nature, and handmade beauty. And a little caffeine kick!

In addition to your hand-poured personalized candle, each guest will also receive a memorable coffee-inspired parting gift.


Ride Into the Wild - An Afternoon at Greycliff Creek Ranch

Two-Hour Guided Horseback Experience
Private group | Scenic trails | Local wranglers | Afternoon departure | $400 per person

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Saddle up for a soul-stirring ride through the sweeping plains and dramatic ridgelines of Greycliff Creek Ranch, where Montana’s untamed beauty stretches in every direction.

This two-hour guided horseback experience offers more than just a trail ride—it’s a journey through open skies, native grasses, and the kind of stillness that only the wide West can offer. You'll be paired with a gentle, well-trained horse and led by seasoned local wranglers who share stories of the land, wildlife, and history that shape this working ranch.

Perfect for both beginners and seasoned riders, this ride offers intimate access to private terrain, with panoramic views that invite deep breaths and quiet wonder. Whether you're drawn to the rhythm of hooves or the hush of wind through cottonwoods, this is your moment to unplug and immerse yourself in the slow beauty of the Montana range.

 Guests will enjoy a locally sourced cordial, a mini stretch session to prepare the body for the ride, and a sweet Montana treat before mounting. After your ride, linger with your horse, take a moment at the corral, and let the peace of the prairie settle into your bones.


If you have any questions about the saftey seminar please reach out to
vance@goldbergaviation.com or 404.436.1978