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Title:
Approaches - Landings Part 1
Topic:
Aerodynamics and Aircraft Performance
Date and Time:
Saturday, April 18, 2026, starting at 09:00 Pacific Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Richard Mend CFII ATP - FAASTeam Rep
Brief Description:

Featured: 

This seminar is Part 1 of a three-part series based on the FAA Safety Team publication "On Landings – Part I." This session focuses on the foundational principles that lead to safe and consistent approaches and landings.
 
Participants will review the key elements of stabilized approaches, including proper traffic pattern procedures, airspeed control, descent planning, and runway alignment. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how proper planning and aircraft configuration contribute to predictable landing performance.
 
By studying the principles outlined in On Landings – Part I, pilots will strengthen their understanding of landing fundamentals and develop habits that lead to safer and more consistent landings. Pilots are encouraged to attend all three parts of this series to gain the maximum benefit from the material. A good opportunity to improve your landing fundamentals and get your questions answered as well!   Seminar Length 2 Hours
Select Number:
WP01142950
Location of Seminar:
LA Flight Academy
7900 Balboa Blvd
G6
Van Nuys, CA 91406
Directions to Venue:

Gain easy access from Balboa Boulevard. Plenty of free parking.

 


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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  KVNY
Seating:
50 seats at the facility, 50 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Contact Information:
Richard Mend
Phone: 8186361021
mendaviation@sbcglobal.net
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 most 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.

Prior to attending a safety seminar please review and abide by current CDC, State and Local health guidelines.

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

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).  

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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