Title:
The Mid Air Aircraft Collision That Changed the Way We Fly
Topic:
The How, What and Why a 1956 Mid Air Collision Changed the Air Traffic Control System.
Brief Description:
A power point program by Bill Marvel. Our current air traffic control system has evolved over time. Prior to 1956 radar coverage, radio communication was fragmented, indirect and limited. The story of this accident was the impetus to put air traffic control on the path to our current system.
Location of Seminar:
CAP Hangar KGJT
2858 Aviators Way
CAP Hangar
Grand Junction, CO 81501
Directions to Venue:
Horizon Drive to Grand Junction Airport. Take 1st right in Traffic Circle to Aviators Way. Someone will be at the gate to let you in. Then down Aviators Way to end and CAP Hangar.
Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KGJT
Seating:
35
seats at the facility,
32
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
In 1956 a mid air collision between a TWA Connie and a United DC7 over the Grand Canyon changed the air traffic control system. Bill Marvel was in grade school in Kansas City and knew some of the people who perished in this accident. He has researched this accident and has been to the crash site. Bill has an informative and interesting power point program explaining the how, what and why.
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:
Any Safety Event held based upon data/risk
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