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Title:
Too Cold for Comfort: Preparing for Winter Operations
Topic:
Preparing For And Coping With The Hazards Of Cold Weather, Winter Operations
Date and Time:
Saturday, October 24, 2015, starting at 09:00 Eastern Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Sandra Smith (FAASTeam Represenatative and Educator), Bob Sutherlin
Brief Description:

Sugar Valley Airport (SVA) is a virtual "Airport Garden of Eden". It's a premier fall destination to which to fly or drive.  FAASTeam volunteers and the SVA folks will make your visit memorable and enjoyable.  Tour the scenic grounds.  Attend an informative FAASTeam aviation seminar and learn what aircraft preparations you can make before cold weather arrives.  Can flying through a snow shower be hazardous?  You will hear about special preflight planning, en route considerations, using weather forecasts wisely, windy-wet-icy conditions, winter taxiing, aircraft servicing, static electricity hazards, and more.  The time of 'first frost' is upon us, and cold weather is not far behind!  Door prizes, refreshments, and fun for all. Seating is limited. Register below TODAY.

Select Number:
EA3965141
Location of Seminar:
Sugar Valley Airport
249 Gilbert Rd.

Mocksville, NC 27028
Directions to Venue:

From I 40, take Exit  174, Farmington Road. Proceed North on Farmington Road for 2 miles. Turn right on Pinbrook Road, which becomes Gilbert Road and ends at the Sugar Valley Airport. Look for FAA Seminar signs.


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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  5NC2
Seating:
60 seats at the facility, 36 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Contact Information:
SANDRA Smith
Phone: (336) 409-6796
SmithSL752@gmail.com
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

WINGS Seminar Schedule

9:15 – 10:00 a.m. Registration, refreshments, socializing in the Blue Hangar. Take a tour of a unique Stinson restoration and maintenance hangar operated by Billy Carter.  This 2015 winner of the FAA Safety Team Aviation Maintenance Technician of the Year Award is internationally known as a Stinson restoration expert. Visit his facility and the airport grounds.

10:00 – 11:45 (with a break):  “Too Cold for Comfort: Preparing for Winter Operations” in the Blue Hangar. Cold weather is just around the corner and so are the consequences. Winter operations can be challenging for any pilot, amateur or professional. Attend this seminar and learn how to work with the risks and hazards that can accompany the joys of winter flying. Discover how to mitigate these risks by learning some facts about cold-weather flying.

For those who wish to enjoy the afternoon at the airport, Sugar Valley is offering “Art-Oberfest,” a creative celebration of the season by Sugar Valley's Friday Night Art Class.  It's an invitation to join in the fun of working on a collaborative art project, and share and enjoy delicious potluck dishes and beverages, or pour a mug from the Octoberfest beer keg.  Something for everyone! Fun starts at 3:30 p.m. and goes until dark. No charge. Art supplies will be available. Call (336) 998-3971 for more information.

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
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