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Title:
The Real Cause of Most Pilot Accidents
Topic:
Beyond CFIT & Get-There-Itis: The Hidden Cause of Most Pilot Fatalities
Date and Time:
Saturday, July 26, 2025, starting at 11:30 Central Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Gary 'GPS' Guy in the Pink Shirt Reeves
Brief Description:

We’ve all heard the usual suspects—get-there-itis, CFIT, VFR into IMC—but those are just the final symptoms. The true root cause of most pilot accidents is deeper, more dangerous, and rarely addressed. In this eye-opening session, you'll discover the hidden factor behind countless tragedies—and how a simple shift in mindset and training can prevent them. If you're serious about safety, this is the one class you can’t afford to miss.

Select Number:
SW19138303
Location of Seminar:
EAA AirVenture Forums
3000 Poberezny Rd
Forum Stage 9
Oshkosh, WI 54903
Directions to Venue:

This is a free live class (NOT ONLINE) included with admission to EAA AirVenture.  For info on purchasing tickets that support the non-profit EAA, please visit:

https://www.eaa.org/airventure


Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  KOSH
Seating:
200 seats at the facility, 200 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
n/a
Contact Information:
Gary 'GPS' Reeves
Phone: 972-777-2050
garyr@pilotsafety.org
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

Gary "GPS", Guy in the Pink Shirt, Reeves is the 2019 FAA National CFI of the Year and one of the most experienced GPS / Avionics IFR instructor in the world.  He has two decades and >8,800 hours of real-world experience flying over 50 different aircraft types in every US state and, internationally, "GPS" will share pro-tips and techniques that go far beyond other good instructors and training programs. 

Learn More https://pilotsafety.org/osh

Sponsored by https://www.avemco.com


Sponsored by the FAA Safety Team - Learn More http://www.FAASafety.gov

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
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
Any Safety Event held based upon data/risk
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