Title:
Weather Briefing Tools and Technology hosted by Operation Skyhook
Topic:
Weather Briefing Tools and Technology
Brief Description:
The tools & technology available to GA pilots have changed significantly over the last few years, but have GA pilots evolved with them? This presentation takes an in depth look at how weather & weather interpretation has plagued GA pilots over the years and what we can collectively do to reverse the trend. Leidos will also demonstrate the services, briefing tools & features that www.1800wxbrief.com has to offer; with helpful tips on the best ways to interact with Flight Service.
Presentation Highlights:
- Aviation Accidents Due to Weather & Stats
- Pop Quiz – Weather Briefing Myths
- Why do pilots call Flight Service?
- AC 91-92: Pilot’s Guide to a Preflight Briefing
- Added Value Briefings
- Mobile Devices
- Online & Phone (IVR) Capabilities
- Useful Online Resources
- Real Time Demonstration
- File Flight Plan, Plan a Route & Request Route Brief
- EasyActivate©, EasyAmend & EasyClose©
- ACAS
- Leidos Preflight Activity Summary
- Graphical Checklist & Priority Services
- Interactive Map/Local Area Knowledge
- Retrieve saved favorite flight plan
- Evaluate Departure Time & Optimize Altitude
- Voice & Text Services
Speaker, Jeff Arnold, is a graduate of Oklahoma State University, has held a flight instructor certificate for 15 years, previously served as Program Manager for two large Flight Academies, taught Aviation Meteorology & Ground School at a local Community College, and is a former Flight Service Weather Briefer & Operations Manager. Jeff currently serves as the Director of Innovation & Outreach for Leidos Flight Service.
Select Number:
SW11112582
Location of Seminar:
Grider Field
709 Hangar Row
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
Directions to Venue:
Terminal Building at Grider Field. Airport is located 3 miles south of the City of Pine Bluff along HWY 65 S.
Seating:
50
seats at the facility,
39
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
The Operation Skyhook Fly-In event attracts pilots from around the US for Memorial Day Weekend. BPA, Inc. Member Chapters arrive for a weekend of fun, aviation comradery, and serious flying competition. The majority of competitors own their aircraft and they take great pride in showing off their most prized possession. The event draws a tremendous number of spectators from the surrounding area, and generous BPA, Inc. Members volunteer to give airplane rides - "Young Eagle Flights" - to hundreds of enthusiastic kids. Some original Tuskegee Airman attend Skyhook @ KPBF.
Prior to attending a safety seminar please review and abide by current CDC, State and Local health guidelines
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 3
½ Credit for Advanced Knowledge Topic 2
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT) Outreach
Additional Event Documents:
