April 16–18, 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt, San Diego, California

Join us in beautiful San Diego for NOVA’s 2026 Spring Conference! We’re excited to announce that this will be a hybrid event, offering both in-person and virtual attendance options.

Good news: Registration rates will remain the same as 2025!
Early bird registration opens Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in sponsoring the conference? We have multiple options available for NOVA members. Please contact Stacie Lemick at slemick@vetadvocates.org for details.

Stay tuned! Visit our event website HERE regularly for updates as we finalize conference plans.

We hope to see you this spring in San Diego!

This webinar will demystify how VA disability ratings and medical records interact with the FAA’s airman medical certification process. Anthony and Derek will cover what must be disclosed on MedXPress, how common VA conditions (e.g., PTSD, TBI, sleep apnea, tinnitus) are evaluated under the Federal Aviation Regulations, and when a Special Issuance may be appropriate. They will also flag pitfalls that can lead to unnecessary delays, or worse, allegations of intentional falsification, along with practical strategies to streamline submissions, coordinate with AMEs, and protect flying privileges while staying fully compliant.

To learn more and register, click here.