Title:
Introduction to Mountain Flying
Topic:
Introduction to Mountain Flying
Speaker(s):
Howard G. McClure CFII, AGI & Gary Carter CFI, ASC
Brief Description:
Mr. McClure's introduction to Mountain Flying will emphasize the safety and survival issues that are encountered in mountain flying. The basics to be discussed include weather, terrain, aircraft performance and survival equipment.
Location of Seminar:
Western Air Flight Academy
11915 Airport Way
Broomfield, CO 80021
Directions to Venue:
Take US-36 West to Colorado 121 (Broomfield) exit and turn left at the end of the exit ramp. At the second stop light, turn right onto Colorado 128. At the first stop light turn left onto Airport Way. Continue on Airport Way to a stop sign and the seminar is in the second building past the stop sign.
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Seating:
75
seats at the facility,
0
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
Denver FSDO
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
For all of you who would like to take advantage of the beauty and solitude of the Rocky Mountains. You will be introduced to what you need to know to enjoy flying the mountains safely.
First Hour:
- Airport & mountain information sources
- Mountain Weather
- Density altitude
- Mountain flying procedures
- Break
Second Hour:
- Aircraft performance
- Weight and balance
- Emergency landings/Survival
- Survival kits
Questions and answers:
This course is intended to make you aware of what you need to know and the training you should undertake before attempting Mountain Flying.
Equal Access Information:
The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the “Contact Information” area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services.
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