Title:
ASCEND 2026 - The Kings - Straight Talk About Safety
Topic:
John and Martha King on Understanding and Mitigating Risk
Speaker(s):
John & Martha King
Brief Description:
Safety talks can often be off-putting and lack actionable guidance, but risk management tools can overcome those deficiencies. John and Martha King discuss how to approach safety by understanding and mitigating risk. This startling presentation for all pilots will offer a provocative approach with new concepts, a new vocabulary, and fresh insights on aviation risk management. John and Martha King's insightful talk will reveal procedures and techniques that can help you better manage aviation risks effectively and confidently, leading to safer flying and more fun in the cockpit.
Select Number:
EA13146343
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):
Pilots worldwide regard John and Martha King as their personal aviation mentors. For decades, they have taught nearly half of the pilots learning to fly in the United States. They have pioneered improvements in pilots' risk management practices and spoken to thousands on the subject.
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:
Safety Promotion Outreach for Pilots
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