IFBOA Certifications / Training

Certified FBO General Aviation Manager (CGAM) Program

The IFBOA CGAM Program provides certification candidates with the opportunity to achieve industry-wide recognition for achievement in FBO management professional training.

By virtue of earning a CGAM General Aviation Manager designation, and by demonstrating ability to exceed industry standards, Program graduates help ensure their odds of qualifying for key present and future FBO management positions.

The IFBOA CGAM Program, specially designed and developed by hands-on FBO management experts in collaboration with the Cambridge Group, LLC, and Onyx Aviation, LLC, is rapidly being regarded as the industry standard for FBO manager training.

The Program promotes the pursuit of excellence in the application of existing knowledge bases for both current and aspiring FBO Managers. By being tested on what they know and have learned to date, existing FBO Managers will benefit from the unique refresher and update values of the training.

Aspiring FBO managers currently employed in the FBO field (and who can meet certain work experience and related industry training requirements), will benefit by their exposure to top-producing industry leaders and training materials geared to qualifying for increased career responsibilities.

Program graduates will be allowed to use the CGAM designation initials after their names. They will have demonstrated – to themselves, their families and to their existing and prospective employers – evidence of their outstanding career commitments to personal, professional and corporate success.

Why be certified?

As a Certified General Aviation Manager, you will be professionally recognized in the FBO Management field and will have added a significant qualification to your career resume.

What topics are included in the CGAM Test and Training Program?

Employee relations, customer relations, community relations, marketing, fuel storage and delivery, security, environmental issues and processes, safety issues and procedures, airport operations, FAA regulations, service operations, general business operations and management, and other areas associated with both day-to-day and long-term planning of FBO facilities and service centers.

What is the cost of these programs?

The cost of the IFBOA CGAM testing is $375. The cost of the IFBOA CGAM Training Program is $995 and includes the IFBOA CGAM testing upon completion, plus individual and employer achievement certificates and use of designation initials.

How long are these programs?

The IFBOA CGAM testing takes approximately three hours. IFBOA CGAM Training is a 3-day Program.

Where can I take these programs?

This website lists scheduled dates and locations.

How do I get started?

Download the CGAM application. Mail the completed application form to the address on the form. Be sure to include your resume and appropriate fees.