Below you will find the details for this seminar. You may register by clicking the "Register" link.


Title:
Coffee with Controllers at KDPA
Topic:
Elevating Human Performance Safety by Collaboration Between Pilots and Controllers
Date and Time:
Saturday, January 10, 2026, starting at 09:00 Central Standard Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Nick Humphries KDPA CPC, along with other Controllers of the ATC System
Brief Description:

Join us for an insightful forum exploring Human Performance and Pilot-Controller interactions, drawing from GAJSC and FAA studies on human factors identified in general aviation accident investigations. We'll provide a high-level overview of human performance issues that may impact piloting and guide you to additional resources on FAASafety.gov.

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. Go beyond the usual FAQs and enhance your understanding of safe aviation operations.

Due to the enthusiastic discussions that ensue this event is scheduled for 3 hours.   

Select Number:
GL03140411
Location of Seminar:
DuPage Municipal Airport (KDPA)/West Chicago, Illinois
2700 International Drive
Main Terminal Flight Center, 3rd FL Conference RM
West Chicago, IL 60185
Directions to Venue:

GPS directions to DuPage Airport (KDPA) Main Terminal, Flight Center. Upon parking request directions to the 3rd Floor Conference Room. 

Ground Traffic: Parking Lot is located Southwest of the Main Terminal with 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:
Greater Chicago FSDO – FAASTeam
Contact Information:
D'Wayne Collins
Phone: (847) 294-8722
d'wayne.collins@faa.gov
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 from the Registration Desk help.

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:
Conduct WINGS Outreach to increase of Phased pilot participation in WINGS
Additional Event Documents: