Title:
ASCEND 2026 - Learn and Teach Angle of Attack Awareness
Topic:
A Safer Future is Here: Learn and Teach Angle of Attack Awareness
Speaker(s):
Karen Kalishek
Brief Description:
The FAA has recommended that all GA aircraft have angle of attack (AOA) indicators installed, calibrated, and pilots be trained to use the device. Few of us were taught to fly or teach lift awareness with AOA indicators, so why use them and why now? AOA indicators are a priority in reducing loss-of-control fatalities. Builders and manufacturers are installing this technology in most new aircraft, and all new trainers built under MOSAIC will have AOA indicators. Pilots have discovered that AOA indicators improve landings, and flight schools are adding the equipment to their fleets. Learn about this lifesaving technology and AOA indicator exercises you can use for training.
Select Number:
EA13146354
Location of Seminar:
Crowne Plaza Dallas Market Center
7050 N Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, TX 75247
Directions to Venue:
Follow the signs to the ASCEND Flight Training Summit meeting rooms
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Seating:
Check Additional event Information below for possible registration requirements.
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Karen Kalishek, the NAFI Board Chair, is a four-time NAFI Master Instructor, CFI, CFII, MEI, CFI-G, AGI, IGI, FAA Gold Seal Instructor, FAASTeam Lead Representative, and WINGSPro. She teaches in a range of aircraft and enjoys flying her own RV6. Kalishek is a Major in the Civil Air Patrol (CAP), serves as a member of the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee (GAJSC), the DPE Mentor Program, the Angle of Attack Work Group, and is active in several other aviation organizations. Karen is the 2019 National FAASTeam Representative of the Year. She became active in aviation after success as a senior VP in the banking sector, graduate school instructor, and consultant. As President of her own international consulting business, Karen lived and worked in 37 countries.
This presentation is offered during the 2026 ASCEND Flight Training Summit.
No fee for the presentations, but there is an admission charge for ASCEND. Visit Ascend Flight Training Summit - Pilot Education & Careers for information and conference registration information.
FAA WINGS preregistration is not required for activities offered during ASCEND.
ASCEND Flight Training Summit is co-hosted by the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) and AeroSummit.
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 Master Knowledge Topic 1
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
Any other Operations task not covered in the NPP
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