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Title:
EAA Chapter 9 Monthly Gathering - Meet the Columbus FSDO and General Aviation Safety Update
Topic:
An Overview of FSDO Operations, Regional Aviation Safety Trends, Medications and Open Q&A for General Aviation Pilots
Date and Time:
Thursday, October 15, 2026, starting at 19:00 Eastern Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Alex D'Ettorre, FAAST FPM
Brief Description:

Join EAA Chapter 9 for our annual October gathering featuring guest speaker Alex D’Ettorre, Principal Operations Inspector and FAASTeam representative from the Columbus Flight Standards District Office (FSDO).
Topics covered will include:
? Meet Your FSDO: An introduction to the local FAASTeam leadership and resources available to general aviation pilots in Central Ohio.
? Regional Safety Recaps & Trends: Key takeaways and lessons learned from recent local flight safety data.
? FAASTeam Safety Initiatives: Best practices to mitigate risk, avoid common operational errors, and enhance personal flight proficiency.
? Open Q&A: A dedicated opportunity to ask questions regarding FAA regulations, local operations, and general aviation safety.
Whether you are a recreational pilot, homebuilder, or student, join us to engage with your local FSDO, gain valuable safety insights, and contribute to a safer flying community.

Select Number:
GL07146924
Location of Seminar:
Lane Aviation
4389 International Gateway

Columbus, OH 43219
Directions to Venue:

Upstairs Training Room.  Enter door at Maroon Awning.


Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  CMH
Seating:
60 seats at the facility, 46 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Contact Information:
Paul Gillenwater
Phone: (614) 255-3022
paul.gillenwater@faa.gov
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

Thank you to Lane Aviation for use of the Training Room.

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 1
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
In-Person Safety Promotion to GA Pilots and Flight Instructors
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