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Title:
Backcountry Flying w/ Juan Browne - Hybrid Meeting
Topic:
Truckee Fly Safe Seminar - Backcountry Flying
Date and Time:
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, starting at 17:30 Pacific Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Juan Browne
Brief Description:

Join us for the next TRK Fly Safe event at Truckee Tahoe Airport for a special presentation by Juan Browne, host of the popular YouTube channel, Blancolirio. Juan will share his insights and real-world experiences on flying the backcountry, covering essential safety tips, terrain awareness, and flight planning in challenging environments. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned pilot and storyteller in the stunning Sierra Nevada setting. All aviators and enthusiasts welcome! 

Seating will be on a first-come-first-serve basis

Select Number:
WP11139138
Location of Seminar:
Truckee Tahoe Airport Conference Room
10356 Truckee Airport Road

Truckee, CA 96161
Directions to Venue:

Downstairs inside the Truckee Tahoe Airport terminal building conference room. Also available via Zoom with advanced registration at Zoom Registration Link


Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  KTRK
Seating:
Check Additional event Information below for possible registration requirements.
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam - Reno & TRK Fly Safe Program
Contact Information:
DAVID VAN QUEST
Phone: (530) 205-8603
david.vanquest@truckeetahoeairport.com
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

About The Speaker - Juan Browne bought his first airplane at 15 years old. Since then he’s been an Aircraft Commander of C-130’s for the Nevada Air Natl. Guard, an A&P, an airline First Officer and is the current owner of four aircraft including a 1946 J-3 Cub. Juan can often be found in various hangars in Grass Valley (KGOO). 

Juan's YouTube channel Blancolirio, often showcases analyses of aviation accidents at a high level of in-depth industry knowledge. The channel boasts over 574,000 subscribers and averages 3-4 million views per month. 

 

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:
Conduct WINGS Outreach to increase of Phased pilot participation in WINGS
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