Title:
Glide Ratio - Managing Engine Failure in IMC
Topic:
Glide Ratio - Managing Engine Failure in IMC. Presented by Chad Hilty, Burlington EAA IMC Club president and FAASTeam Rep.
Brief Description:
Glide Ratio - Managing Engine Failure in IMC. Presented by Chad Hilty, Burlington EAA IMC Club president and FAASTeam Representative. This presentation will cover a scenario regarding engine out procedures in IMC. Please come prepared with knowlege of the glide ratio and emergency procedures for the aircraft that you normally fly. We will discuss emergency options, energy mangament and provide some tip and tricks regarding forced landing, gear management (for retractables) and unique aspects of managing this emergency situation in IMC - including pointers from the book Engine Out: Survival Tactics, 2016 by Nate S. "Buster" Jaros.
EAA IMC Club, through its nationwide chapters, provides organized "hangar flying" focused on building instrument flying, knowledge and skills. The organization network promotes a safety culture through continued education and believes that safety and proficiency are developed through education and experience. Monthly Meetings offer an opportunity to share in-flight experiences and valuable safety tips. Through the FAA Safety Program, informative WINGS presentations are offered by aviation professionals. You do not have to be a rated instrument pilot to attend. Membership in the international EAA IMC Club is encouraged. Click the link below and register TODAY.
Location of Seminar:
Elon Aviation Hangar
3445 North Aviation Drive
Burlington, NC 27215
Directions to Venue:
The hangar is located next to the airport beacon, close to the SkySouth FBO. Aircraft parking is available outside the hangar on the ramp or at the SkySouth FBO. Transportation is available.
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Seating:
30
seats at the facility,
15
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
FAA Safety Team and the Greensboro FSDO
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
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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