Title:
Flying After Hours
Topic:
Helicopter Training & Opportunities
Speaker(s):
Preston Raban
Brief Description:
Preston Raban, co-owner of Suncrest Aviation, will discuss why and how to get a helicopter rating on your pilot certificate, and what you can do as a pilot in the helicopter industry.
Location of Seminar:
Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Hangar
780 S. Heritage Ct.
Grand Junction, CO 81506
Directions to Venue:
From I-70, exit on Horizon Drive, travel north toward the airport. Enter the roundabout at the entrance to the airport, then take the first right turn on to Eagle Way. After exiting the roundabout, take the first right on Navigator's Way, then take the first left on S. Heritage Ct.; the CAF is on the right at the dead end. If you are flying in, park at the FBO (West Star Aviation); they'll give you a ride to the CAF.
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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KGJT
Seating:
40
seats at the facility,
24
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
SLC FAA Safety Team
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Prior to becoming involved with Suncrest Aviation, Preston Raban was a helicopter pilot for the Utah Department of Public Safety; the agency that helped rescue Aron Ralston in Southern Utah. Preston was also able to fly cameras and supplies to the drillers who were trying to find survivors in the Utah mining accident in 2007. Preston will discuss the requirements for obtaining a helicopter rating and the career opportunities available once you get rated.
Thanks to the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) for providing the meeting space, and to Colorado Flight Center for sponsoring this event.
Equal Access Information:
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