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Title:
Proficiency Matters!
Topic:
A look at flight planning and flying to save your life when things go wrong.
Date and Time:
Tuesday, May 9, 2017, starting at 19:00 Eastern Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Graeme Smith
Brief Description:

Preparation is the key to success in any endeavor!  At this seminar we will discuss a long cross country trip.  We will examine how preparation, along with recurrent training and proficiency made the difference to the pilot who made it to the ground safely after the engine quit!  Attend this seminar and discuss what decisions you would have made if it had been you!  

Select Number:
EA6175880
Location of Seminar:
American Aero Services
14 Westcoat Drive
Building 14
East Taunton, MA 02718
Directions to Venue:

From RT-24, south of I-495, take exit 13A on to RT-44 East. After 0.2 miles take a right on to Orchard St. that continues on to S St E. After about 1.5 miles, turn left on to Middleboro  Ave. After 0.7 Miles turn right on to Westcoat Dr. Building #14 is through the gate at the west end of the main parking lot, continue to the end.

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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  KTAN
Seating:
60 seats at the facility, 29 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
FAA Safety Team and the Boston FSDO
Contact Information:
Graeme Smith
Phone: (401) 864-1897
graeme@graemejwsmith.com
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

Sponsored by American Aero Services, Tuanton Pilots Association and Air Ventures Flying School.

Snacks and Soft Drinks provided.

This seminar examines aspects of primary training, recurrent training, airwork and regular practice of emergency drills to help you stay proficient in your flying. Find out why it is imperative that you always fly as if your next flight were your flight review, and why complacency can lead to an unfortunate occurences!

While examining an aircraft incident involving an engine failure - you will review the decisions the pilot made and be given an opportunity to make your own decisions based on the available information.  Be prepared to Aviate, Navigate and Communicate your way to a runway or off airport landing.. What decisions will you make during the emergency?

Hear the pilot’s frank analysis as to why complacency probably caused this preventable emergency.

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:
National Project:
WINGS
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