FAQ
• What is the date for the Search and Rescue Summit 2009?
• What are the times for the conference and the luncheon?
• Where is the Search and Rescue Summit 2009?
• How do I register?
• How do I nominate someone to receive a Helicopter Heroism award?
• How much does it cost to attend the Search and Rescue Summit 2009?
• Can I attend only the luncheon?
• How can my company sponsor the Search and Rescue Summit 2009?
• What's the nearest airport?
• Are there discounted hotel rates, and how do I make my hotel arrangements?
• How do I get to the Hyatt Regency Reston?
• Can I transfer my registration to someone else at my company?
• How do I cancel my registration, and what is the cancellation policy?
• Who can I contact if my question is not addressed here?
What is the date of the Search and Rescue Summit 2009?
The Search and Rescue Summit 2009 will be held in September 2-3, 2009.
What are the times for the conference and the luncheon?
An agenda will be posted when it becomes available.
Where is the Search and Rescue Summit 2009?
The Summit will be held at the Hyatt Regency Reston in Reston, Virginia.
How do I register?
Click here for registration information.
How do I nominate someone to receive a Helicopter Heroism award?
Click here to nominate someone for an award
How much does it cost to attend the Search and Rescue Summit 2009?
| Registration Type | Early Bird Discount | Pre-Registration | On Site |
| Register by June 10 | Register between June 11-Sept 1 | Register between Sept 2-3 | |
| Military/Government | $119 | $139 | $179 |
| Industry | $215 | $249 | $299 |
| Helicopter Heroism Awards Luncheon Only | $65 | $65 | $65 |
Can I attend only the luncheon?
Yes, registrants may attend the luncheon only.
How can my company sponsor the Search and Rescue Summit 2009?
Click here for Sponsorship Information
What's the nearest airport?
Dulles Airport (6.7 miles from Hyatt Regency Reston)
Ronald Reagan Nat’l Airport (23.8 Miles from Hyatt Regency Reston)
BWI Airport (52.5 miles from Hyatt Regency Reston)
Are there discounted hotel rates, and how can I make my hotel arrangements?
Exclusive discounts on hotel rates are available at the Hyatt Regency Reston, 1800 Presidents Street, Reston, Virginia 20190.
Please book your hotel rooms through the Search and Rescue Summit 2009 housing bureau for your discounted room rate. Click here to make your reservation online.
If you prefer to make your hotel reservations by fax, please print and fax the PDF file to Par Avion Meetings and Conventions (+1 310-649-3554)
How do I get to the Hyatt Regency Reston?
Driving Directions
DIRECTIONS TO HYATT REGENCY RESTON FROM:
Washington Dulles International Airport (6.59 miles)
From airport take Dulles Access Road East toward Washington, DC. At Reston, use Exit 12, Reston Parkway / VA 602 and make a Left on to Reston Parkway. Third traffic light turn left onto Bluemont Way.Turn right onto Presidents Street to our Northern VA hotel.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport / Washington, DC (22 miles)
Head North on the George Washington Memorial Parkway (crossing over into Virginia). Take the VA-123 exit toward Chain Bridge / McLean. Keep right at the fork to go on VA-123 S. Merge onto VA-267 W toward I-495 N / Dulles Airport (Portions toll). Take Reston Parkway / VA-602 exit- Exit 12. Keep Right at the fork to go on Reston Parkway / VA-602 N. At the second traffic light turn left onto Bluemont Way. Turn right onto Presidents Street to our hotel in Northern VA.
Baltimore and Point North (55.11 miles or more)
Follow I-95 South to Washington, DC beltway then exit right (west) onto I-495. Follow I-495 across the Potomac River into Virginia and exit right onto Rt. 267-Exit 45A toward Dulles Airport / Dulles Toll Road. Take Reston Parkway / VA-602 exit-Exit 12. Keep Right at the fork to go on Reston Parkway / VA-602 N. At the second traffic light turn left onto Bluemont Way. Turn right onto Presidents Street to our Northern VA hotel.
Richmond and Points South (115.20 miles or more)
Follow I-95 North to Washington, DC beltway (at Springfield), then exit onto I-495 (north). Follow I-495 to Rt. 267-Exit 45A, toward Dulles Airport / Dulles Toll Road. Take Reston Parkway / VA-602 exit-Exit 12. Keep Right at the fork to go on Reston Parkway / VA-602 N. Turn Left onto Bluemont Way. Turn right onto Presidents Street our hotel in Northern VA.
Leesburg and Points West (19.72 miles or more)
Two choices: (A) Follow Rt. 7 East to Dranesville and turn right onto Reston Parkway (Rt. 602). Proceed south approximately 3 miles. Hotel will be on the right. (B) Take Dulles Greenway Toll Road East past Dulles International Airport to Exit 12, Reston Parkway. Turn left onto Reston Parkway. Third traffic light turn left onto Bluemont Way. Turn right onto Presidents Street to our Northern VA hotel.
Parking
The Hyatt Regency Reston provides guests with several parking options:
Self-Parking
Self-parking is available at no charge to guests. The parking areas can accommodate cars and vans. Larger vehicles may park in an outdoor lot.
Valet Parking
Covered valet parking is available at a rate of $24 for overnight service with in/out privileges. Daytime valet parking is $12.
Transportation
Dulles Airport (6.7 miles from Hyatt Regency Reston)
Complimentary Shuttle Service
Complimentary shuttle that arrives at the top of each hour between 6am-10pm Tuesday through Friday and 7am-10pm on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. It takes you directly to Dulles Airport and the drop off and pick up point will be at curbs 2A and 2H, adjacent to the lower level baggage claim level.
Ronald Reagan Nat’l Airport (23.8 Miles from Hyatt Regency Reston)
Taxi approx $50.00 to $60.00
BWI Airport (52.5 miles from Hyatt Regency Reston)
Super shuttle is available from BWI to Reston, for information call 800-BLUE VAN.
Fair Airport Shuttle - Reservations recommended 301-258-9700
Taxi $100.00 approx
Closest Metro stop: West Falls Church Metro (9 miles from Hyatt Regency Reston)
Guests needing transportation to the West Falls Church Metro Station will need to take the Fairfax Connector 505.
Amtrak (20 miles from Hyatt Regency Reston)
Taxi appx $70, allow 35min-60min depending on traffic,
Local Transit System: RIBS Busline. Serves all points in Reston cost $.75
Can I transfer my registration to someone else at my company?
Yes, the Search and Rescue Summit 2009 will accept registration substitutions. Substitutions may be made at any time for confirmed registrants. Notice of substitution must be made in writing and sent to: 2009 Search and Rescue Summit, 4 Choke Cherry Road, 2nd Floor, Rockville, MD 20850 or jheinold@accessintel.com.
How do I cancel my registration, and what is the cancellation policy?
The cancellation deadline is July 1, 2009. Cancellations must be made in writing by July 1, 2009 to receive a refund, minus a $50 cancellation processing fee. Registrants who do not cancel prior to July 1, 2009 will be liable for full registration fee. Non-payment or non-attendance does not constitute cancellation. The Helicopter Heroism Award Luncheon ticket is non-refundable. If for any reason, Access Intelligence decides to cancel or postpone this conference, Access Intelligence is not responsible for covering airfare and other travel costs incurred by clients. All refund requests are processed after the event.
Who can I contact if my question is not addressed here?
The Search and Rescue Summit 2009 Management Team is happy to answer your questions. Please contact Jenn Heinold with any questions at jheinold@accessintel.com or (301) 354-1813.
