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Title:
Coffee with Controllers
Topic:
Elevating Human Performance Safety by Collaboration Between Pilots and Controllers
Date and Time:
Saturday, August 15, 2026, starting at 09:00 Central Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Nick Humphrey, Nate Johns, along with FAA CPC Controller guests from our Facilities
Brief Description:

Whether you're a student pilot, a seasoned professional, or simply curious about the dynamics of air and ground traffic management, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage with professional air traffic controllers at DuPage Airport (Class D). Gain valuable insights and best practices for flight and ground operations and discover how human factors influence the communication and instructions provided by ATC, TRACON, and Center Controllers. Highlighted by Topic of the Month - Pre and In-Flight WX Resources

Due to the enthusiastic discussions that ensue. This event is scheduled for approx. 3hrs.

Select Number:
GL03145704
Location of Seminar:
DuPage Airport (KDPA), West Chicago, Illinois
2700 International Drive
Main Terminal Flight Center, 3rd FL Conf. Room
West Chicago, IL 60185
Directions to Venue:

GPS Map to DuPage Airport (KDPA) Main Terminal, Flight Center. Request directions to the 3rd Floor Conference Room Ground Traffic: Parking Lot is located South of the Main Terminal anywhere no Priority Signs posted.

Aircraft Traffic: Request Main Terminal Parking.


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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  KDPA
Seating:
40 seats at the facility, 40 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
Grater Chicago FSDO-FAASTeam
Contact Information:
Gary M Budzak
Phone: (630) 267-1323
gmbkb@comcast.net
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

Greater Chicago FSDO - FAASTeam thanks The DuPage Airport Authority for this venue and all of the Air Traffic Controllers for their generous time to make this event a success. Along with Volunteers for help at the Registration Desk

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:
Basic WINGS
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 1
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 2
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 3
FAASTeam Project Information:
NPP 44, 52, 63
National Project:
WINGS
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