Title:
Non-Towered Operations in the PDX area - 100 Years of Pearson Field Celebration Seminar
Topic:
Review Best Practices for Operating Safely at Non Towered Airports in the Portland Area
Speaker(s):
Brig Williams, CFI
Brief Description:
On Sunday September 21, 2025 The City of Vancouver and the National Parks Service will be celebrating 100 years of Pearson Field. At 1 PM Brig Williams who is a CFI, FAASTeam Rep, and Pearson Field Advisory member will present on the best practices for Non Towered Operations.
What are the different ways one should enter and exit the pattern at our local airports? Why do Towered Operations have different procedures than Non Towered Operations? How do proper procedures enhance safety? We have a thriving and active flying community in the Portland FSDO, therefore best practices enhance everyone's utility of our amazing airports.
Come and take part of our 100 years of Pearson Field.
Join us at 7:30 for an EAA Pancake Breakfast, Opening Ceremony at 9:45. Vendor Booths and Food Trucks.
The FAA Seminar will take place at 1 PM at the Pilots Lounge.
Select Number:
NM09139409
Location of Seminar:
Pearson Field Pilots Lounge
101 East Reserve Street
Vancouver, WA 98661
Directions to Venue:
Pearson Field Pilots Lounge is Located Midfield
Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KVUO
Seating:
30
seats at the facility,
24
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Aero Maintenance Flight Center
City of Vancouver
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.
Credit Applicability:
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 2
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
Any other task not covered in the NPP that is not A/W or Ops
Additional Event Documents:
