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Title:
From Ground to Sky-Essential Skills for the Modern Pilot (Members Only)
Topic:
Mastering the Essentials- Comprehensive Skills for Pilot Proficiency
Date and Time:
Saturday, May 9, 2026, starting at 08:30 Central Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Jennifer York ATC,Al Waterloo DPE,Roger Hecker MD,Gordon Olson A&P IA
Brief Description:
Stick & Rudder Flying Clubpresents Safety Day to members, where attendees will gain valuable insights into several key areas essential for pilots. The session on Waukegan Tower Operations will provide an understanding of the procedures and communications necessary for safe and efficient operations at Waukegan Airport. The "Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) Checkride Tips" segment provides essential guidance and strategies to help pilots effectively prepare for and pass their checkrides, ensuring they meet safety standards and enhance overall aviation safety. In the Pilot Medicals topic, participants will learn about the requirements and best practices for maintaining their medical certification, ensuring they meet the health standards necessary for flying from an Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) professional experience. Lastly, the Proper Pre-flight session will cover the critical steps and considerations for conducting thorough pre-flight inspections, enhancing safety and readiness before taking off. 
Select Number:
GL03143225
Location of Seminar:
Stick & Rudder Flying Club
2341 W. Beach Road, Waukegan, IL

Waukegan, IL 60087
Directions to Venue:

Club Hangar in back of building.

This event is approximately 4 hours


Fly-in Seminar?:
No
Seating:
50 seats at the facility, 49 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
Greater Chicago FAASTeam
Contact Information:
Patrick Delacluyse
Phone: (847) 354-5167
pdelacluyse@icloud.com
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Thanks to Stick & Rudder Flying Club for hosting this event with speakers.
 
Safety Day Schedule     

Time   Topic                                      Speakers

8:30     Welcome & Introduction       Mohammad Dawabsheh, Club Manager/Chief Pilot

8:45     Waukegan Tower                   Jennifer York, Waukegan Tower

9:15     Check rides                             Al Waterloo DPE-Designated Pilot Examiner

10:30   Break   

10:45   Medical                                   Roger Hecker MD

11:30   Pre Flight                                Gordon Olson, A&P with IA - Airframe & Powerplant with Inspection  Authorization 

12:15   Wrap up/Open discussion       All

12:30   Lunch   
 
Please contact Mohammad Dawabsheh of Stick and Rudder Flying Club for any questions at 
Phone: (847) 249-5190  Email: info@srudder.com
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
½ Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 2
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 1
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 2
FAASTeam Project Information:
NPP30, 52
National Project:
Flight School Outreach