Title:
EAA Chapter 129 VMC Club Meeting
Topic:
Decision Making on Short Final – The Go-Around and Beyond
Brief Description:
Join us for an interactive safety discussion centered on a cross-country VFR flight into a private airfield. While the cruise portion of this flight is routine, the transition from the descent to the landing phase presents sudden environmental challenges that test a pilot’s stabilized approach criteria. Receive WINGS credit for attending.
Key Discussion Points:
- Environmental Awareness: Analyzing the gap between reported surface winds and actual conditions encountered on a localized approach.
- The "Go/No-Go" Posture: Managing the mental shift from a planned landing to a rejected approach.
- Strategic Diversion: Evaluating fuel state, runway requirements, and pilot fatigue when deciding whether to re-enter the pattern or proceed to an alternate.
Select Number:
GL19142847
Location of Seminar:
EAA Chapter 129 Hangar F15
2825 E Empire
Hangar F15
Bloomington, IL 61704
Directions to Venue:
Whether driving or flying, park at Synergy Flight Center (FBO) and proceed to Hangar F15 which is located at the north end of the parking lot. It is the last hangar on the first row of T-hangars.
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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KBMI
Seating:
50
seats at the facility,
50
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
Springfield, SPI FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
The purpose of EAA Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) Clubs is to promote recreational flying, proficiency, and safety. The intent is to create a community of pilots willing to share information, provide recognition, foster communications, promote safety, and build proficiency in VFR day and nighttime operations. EAA VMC Clubs are extensions to local EAA chapters and offer monthly VMC program meetings where pilots can network and share knowledge and experiences. Since 2017, pilots have improved their proficiency through the EAA VMC club programs and they love it.
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 1
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
In-Person Safety Promotion to GA Pilots and Flight Instructors
Additional Event Documents: