Title:
Hangar Talk Saturdays (KVNY) Security in General Aviation
Topic:
Threat Awareness, Suspicious Activity Recognition, and Practical Aviation Security Strategies
Speaker(s):
Jill Dressel - CASE Training Academy Owner and FAASTeam Training Provider, Richard Mend - ATP SEL/MEL CFI-AI FAASTeam Representa
Brief Description:
Could a security threat develop around your aircraft without you recognizing the warning signs? Security in aviation goes far beyond locked doors and airport gates. This seminar explores practical security considerations for pilots and aviation professionals, including threat awareness, suspicious activity recognition, access control, and emergency response planning.
Attendees will gain real-world strategies to improve security awareness both on the ground and in the air while learning how to better protect passengers, crew, aircraft, and airport environments. Discussion will include practical examples of security concerns affecting general and corporate aviation and how pilots can develop a stronger safety and security mindset.
Select Number:
WP01145109
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 approximately 2 hours.
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Seating:
50
seats at the facility,
45
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Why Attend:
Security awareness is an often-overlooked part of aviation safety. Whether you fly recreationally, instruct, rent aircraft, or operate professionally, understanding how to recognize threats, respond to suspicious activity, and strengthen situational awareness can improve safety for everyone around your operation.
Space is Limited - Advance Registration Encouraged
Pre-registration helps ensure seating availability and supports timely FAA WINGS credit processing. Questions regarding the seminar may be directed to Richard Mend at 818-636-1021 or mendaviation@sbcglobal.net.
What to Bring:
Please bring something to take notes with (pencil and paper recommended). A light jacket is also recommended, as the seminar is held inside an airplane hangar and temperatures can occasionally be cool.
About the Speaker:
Guest Speaker Jill Dressel is the owner and trainer of CASE Training Academy, specializing in advanced cabin safety and aviation preparedness training for pilots and flight attendants. With over 26 years of aviation experience—including commercial and corporate flight attendant operations and cabin safety training—she brings practical, real-world insight into emergency preparedness, passenger safety, and operational security. Jill is an FAASTeam training provider and a certified Red Cross instructor.
Program Support:
Kris Hughes CFI CFII AGI IGI - FAASTeam Representative - Supporting seminar coordination, FAA WINGS participation, and pilot proficiency initiatives for the Hangar Talk Saturdays (KVNY) series.
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 1
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
In-Person Safety Promotion to GA Pilots and Flight Instructors
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