Title:
What Keeps a DPE Up at Night
Topic:
DPE Perspective on Safety Trends and Skill Gaps for GA Pilots
Speaker(s):
Teren Christensen, FAA Designated Pilot Examiner
Brief Description:
Teren Christensen, FAA Designated Pilot Examiner, will share insights drawn from years of conducting practical tests across a wide range of pilot certificates and experience levels.
The presentation will explore what keeps a DPE up at night from a safety perspective, common proficiency gaps seen in general aviation, and how pilots can use every flight—not just training flights—as an opportunity to sharpen skills, improve judgment, and manage risk more effectively. Attendees will leave with practical takeaways aligned with FAASTeam and WINGS principles, reinforcing the value of continuous learning and recurrent proficiency.
Select Number:
NM07141057
Location of Seminar:
SLC Airport Activities and Training Center
1911 North 2200 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Directions to Venue:
Proceed through the vehicle gate into the parking lot on the south side of the facility. Enter the main doors from the south side.
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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KSLC
Seating:
80
seats at the facility,
44
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
SLC-FSDO FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Kevin Thornock, SLC Airport Operations Manager
Thank you to Salt Lake Airports for the use of their facility!
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 Advanced Knowledge Topic 1
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
In-person Safety Outreach to GA Pilots and Flight Instructors
Additional Event Documents:
