Title:
How to Determine Density Altitude How It Affects Our Flight and More!
Topic:
Aerodynamics and Aircraft Performance
Speaker(s):
Richard Mend, CFI-AIM-ATP, FAAASTeam Rep
Brief Description:
Density altitude can have a significant impact on aircraft performance and is an important concept for pilots operating in a wide range of environmental conditions. Understanding how temperature, pressure, and humidity affect air density allows pilots to better anticipate aircraft performance and make safer operational decisions.
This seminar will explain what density altitude is, how to determine it using common pilot tools, and how it affects takeoff performance, climb capability, and overall aircraft handling. We will also discuss practical methods pilots can use to recognize high density altitude conditions before departure and during flight.
Real-world examples and common operational scenarios will be explored, including operations at high elevation airports and during hot weather conditions. A good time to improve your understanding of aircraft performance and to get your questions answered as well!
Select Number:
WP01142406
Location of Seminar:
LA Flight Academy
7900 Balboa Blvd
G6 PROP PARK WEST
Van Nuys, CA 91406
Directions to Venue:
Easy Access from Balboa Blvd. Plenty of free parking. Seminar Length 2 hours.
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Seating:
50
seats at the facility,
48
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASafety Team
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Please bring something to take notes with (pencil and paper recommended). Also consider bringing a light jacket, as the seminar is held inside an airplane hangar and it can sometimes be cool.
Speaker Richard Mend ATP SEL/MEL CFI- AI - FAASTeam Rep - Longtime professional instructor in the LA Basin area with a vast amount of experience at almost every local airport. Mr. Mend has been conducting flight and ground training for all ratings over several decades. Besides his hands-on experience he also brings to the table his aircraft mechanical knowledge.
Reserve online here for reservations, and kindly remember to cancel if your plans should change (you can use the same page that you reserved with).
Sponsored by: Mend Aviation and LA Flight Academy
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:
In-Person Safety Promotion to GA Pilots and Flight Instructors
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