Title:
Gyroplanes 101 - Why Gyroplanes Are Safe
Topic:
Gyroplanes 101 - Safety, Aerodynamics and Flight Characteristics
Speaker(s):
Dr. Richard Lanning, Ph.D, ATP, CFII
Brief Description:
This seminar will cover the aerodynamics of a gyroplane. Flight characteristics, why are gyroplanes safer? Pre-rotation, take off and landings, dissymmetry of lift, blade flapping and more topics.
Dr. Lanning will discuss how to obtain your sports pilot gyroplane certificate.
Select Number:
SO15145893
Location of Seminar:
EAA Chapter 908 - FPR - Chapter house
3100 Industrial Ave #3
Fort Pierce, FL 34946
Directions to Venue:
The EAA Chapter 908 is located on the grounds of the Treasure Coast International Airport in Sunny Ft. Pierce, Florida. It is the main house on the right after the gate.
Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KFPR
Seating:
30
seats at the facility,
30
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
This seminar is sponsored by the EAA Chapter 908 is located on the grounds of the Treasure Coast International Airport.
The Treasure Coast FAASTeam gratefully acknowledges the generous support of EAA Chapter 908 of the Treasure Coast International Airport for providing the use of a conference room and media for use at our FAASTeam seminars.
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Dr. Richard Lanning is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy with a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering and retired from the U.S. Navy.
In addition:
Masters in Public and Business Administration, Ph.D. in Communications Technology.
Six Sigma Master Black Belt.
Recently retired Associate Professor Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.
ATP, CFI, CFII, MEI – Fixed wing, gliders, hot air balloons, gyroplanes
Lives at an airport community.
Over 45 years of flying experience.
Former contributor to IFR Refresher magazine..
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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 2
FAASTeam Project Information:
NPP22, 49, et al
National Project:
Light Sport, Experimental, and Amateur Built Aircraft Owner/Builder Outreach
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