Title:
Flying After Hours
Topic:
Grand Junction Tower Operations
Brief Description:
Jeff Rigg, a GJT Tower Controller, will brief the local pilot community on the tower operations. Hear what the tower expects of us and learn how to get the best service from them. Jeff will also cover some newly-instituted changes in ATC procedures and instructions.
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:
60
seats at the facility,
23
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
SLC FAA Safety Team
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
As part of our ongoing monthly safety seminars, this free FAA Safety Program "WINGS" seminar focuses on communications with the controllers at Grand Junction Tower. Learn what the expectations are for both pilots and controllers and how to prevent communications errors.
Riff Rigg, a Grand Junction Tower Controller, will describe procedures used at the airport. He will discuss the use of Class D airspace, ground movement, radio frequency use, how to approach the airport, and how to best utilize the overall ATC system. Pilots will have the opportunity to ask Jeff about the services that ATC provides. Jeff will also describe the new terminology for taxi instructions instituted on June 30th.
Thanks to the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) for providing the meeting space, and to Colorado Flight Center for sponsoring this event.
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:
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