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Title:
Idahos Passport Program and Backcountry Flying - 2025 NW Aviation Conference
Topic:
Idaho’s New Passport Program and Backcountry Flying
Date and Time:
Saturday, February 21, 2026, starting at 14:15 Pacific Standard Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Andrew George
Brief Description:

This session provides a comprehensive introduction to Idaho’s new aviation passport program and the unique opportunities it offers pilots seeking to explore the state’s diverse backcountry destinations. Participants will be guided on a virtual journey across Idaho, highlighting the wide range of flying experiences that challenge skills while showcasing the state’s remarkable landscapes. Drawing on local experience, the presenters will share practical insights on backcountry operations, including airport access, accommodations, and hard-earned safety lessons from flying in mountainous terrain. The seminar is designed to give visiting pilots the benefit of local knowledge—helping them plan safer, more rewarding trips into Idaho. Key topics include an overview of the Passport Program, mountain weather considerations, operational safety concerns, and a focused look at three high-traffic backcountry locations pilots are most likely to encounter.

Select Number:
NM01141759
Location of Seminar:
Washington State Fair Events Center
110 9th Ave SW

Puyallup, WA 98371
Directions to Venue:

The Washington State Fairgrounds are located in Puyallup, WA, just north of Highway 12, at Meridian & 9th Ave. Enter the fairgrounds at the Blue Gate. There is free parking in the Blue Lot, across from the Blue Gate at Meridian and 10th Ave.


Fly-in Seminar?:
No
Seating:
500 seats at the facility, 500 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Contact Information:
Rachel Hansen
Phone: 866-922-7469
rachel@washington-aviation.org
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

The Northwest Aviation Conference and Trade Show offers numerous events, seminars, and/or workshops. Additional information on individual seminars, including speaker(s) and times can be found using the following hyperlink.

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All seminars with provided WINGS credits are free. A nominal admission fee to the event is required. For additional admission information and tickets please use the hyperlink provided.

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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:
Northwest Aviation Conference and Trade Show
National Project:
Safety Promotion Outreach for Pilots
Additional Event Documents:
bullet  NM01141759F.pdf