We are pleased to invite you to Embraer’s upcoming Corporate Flight Department (CFD) Meeting, taking place on October 5–7, 2026, at Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Florida.
This collaborative three-day event brings together Embraer representatives and CFD customers for meaningful discussions and valuable exchange, including:
Review of open action items
Updates on key developments
Sharing of insights and best practices
More than just a meeting, this is an opportunity to strengthen relationships, exchange perspectives, and continue building the future together.
We look forward to welcoming you to Melbourne for another productive and engaging CFD Meeting!
Warm regards,
Mike Forehand & Tyler Mueller
Regional Directors, North America
Embraer Services & Support – Executive Jets
Rick Giglio
CFD President
Located in Historic Downtown Melbourne, this modern boutique hotel offers stylish accommodations just minutes from the airport and beaches, along with a rooftop bar featuring panoramic city and water views.
Address: 801 E Strawbridge Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32901
Phone: (321) 361-3663
USD$139.00/night + taxes
(available through September 4, 2026, or while supplies last)
Reserve your room or call: (321) 361-3663 (Refer to Group "CFD Council Meeting")
Complimentary Valet for hotel guests.
Non-guests: Valet parking is $13.00.
Free public parking is available across the street at the Melbourne City Hall Parking Garage.
Booking deadline: September 4, 2026 (subject to availability)
No resort fee
A first-night deposit or credit card guarantee is required at booking
Guests are responsible for all individual charges
Cancellation policy: 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid one-night charge
ATTIRE GUIDANCE
• Reception & Dinner: Business Casual
• Meeting Sessions: Business Professional
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Registration Desk Open, Melby Hotel (11th Floor)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception, Melby Hotel Rooftop (Dawn Terrace, 11th Floor)
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Registration Desk Open, Melby Hotel (11th Floor)
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Breakfast, New Horizons Ballroom (11th Floor)
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Introduction (Rick, Mike, and Tyler)
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Embraer Executive Perspective (Michael A. and Naufel)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RAIL Items: Presentations and Discussions
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
RAIL Items: Presentations and Discussions
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Dinner at Ember & Oak (712 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne, FL. Located one block from the hotel (3-minute walk))
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Breakfast, New Horizons Ballroom (11th Floor)
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Contact Center Update
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Materials Update
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Break (Foyer)
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Embraer MRO Update
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Closing Remarks
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Boxed Lunch
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Mx Roundtable Discussion (Optional)
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Time Reserved for CFD Council Business
For any inquiries regarding the meeting or logistics, please contact our Regional Directors, North America Embraer Services & Support, Executive Jets:
Michael Forehand – [email protected]
Tyler Mueller – [email protected]
For all CFD members that are unable to attend, please submit your questions in advance to Rick Giglio - [email protected].