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Title:
Mountain Wave Operations - 2025 NW Aviation Conference
Topic:
Flight Operations in Mountain Waves
Date and Time:
Sunday, February 22, 2026, starting at 13:00 Pacific Standard Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Kurt Kleiner
Brief Description:

In this session, Kurt will take an in-depth look at the conditions necessary for wave to form, the different types of mountain wave, and where to find indicators of mountain wave in common weather reports and forecasts. We will discuss how GA pilots can recognize and avoid specific hazards found in certain parts of the wave structure, and where we can find the smooth air and beneficial lift. The presenter is a Commercial airplane and sailplane pilot and CFI who will share his insight and experience from flying in wave and describe some lessons learned.

Kurt Kleiner is a Commercial Pilot (ASEL/ASES/AMEL/Glider), Certified Flight Instructor, and FAASTeam Representative.

Select Number:
NM01141771
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
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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 2
FAASTeam Project Information:
Northwest Aviation Conference and Trade Show
National Project:
Safety Promotion Outreach for Pilots
Additional Event Documents:
bullet  NM01141771F.pdf