Title:
Aviation Weather and Pilot Deviations
Topic:
Winds, Weather Briefings, Personal Minimums, Pilot Deviations, Runway Incursions, Situational Awareness, Communications
Speaker(s):
Will Hoyt, Whiteman Airport Air Traffic Manager Michael Williamson, Whiteman-based Pilot and Flight Instructor
Brief Description:
Join the Los Angeles County Public Works and the Federal Aviation Administration for an informative Pilot Safety Seminar focused on Aviation Weather & Pilot Deviations at Whiteman Airport. This free session is designed for pilots, student pilots, aircraft owners, and members of the local aviation community who want to strengthen their safety knowledge and decision-making skills.
The seminar will cover key topics including winds and turbulence, reduced visibility, weather briefings, personal minimums and assessments, pilot deviations, runway incursions, communication issues, distractions, and updates on the Four Stacks Visual Reporting Point.
Whiteman Airport Air Traffic Manager Will Hoyt and local pilot and flight instructor Michael Williamson will share practical information, local knowledge, and recommendations intended to help pilots improve situational awareness, reduce risk, and operate safely in the Whiteman Airport environment.
Select Number:
WP01146982
Location of Seminar:
Whiteman Airport Terminal Building Second-Floor Conference Room
10000 Airpark Way
Pacoima, CA 91331
Directions to Venue:
The terminal building is easily accessible from Airpark Way. Parking is available outside the building. Enter the terminal and take the stairs or elevator to the second-floor conference room.
Fly-In Information:
Fly-in attendance is welcome. Aircraft may be parked in the transient parking area. From transient parking, proceed to the terminal building and take the stairs or elevator to the second-floor conference room.
Pilots should review current airport information, NOTAMs, and applicable procedures before arrival.
This event will last approximately 1.5 hours.
Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KWHP
Seating:
60
seats at the facility,
51
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
Complimentary sandwiches, snacks, and soft drinks will be served beginning at 6:00 p.m. Please arrive early to meet and mingle with fellow local pilots before the presentation begins at 7:00 p.m.
We gratefully acknowledge Vista Aviation for its generosity in providing door prizes for this event.
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:
Safety Promotion Outreach for Pilots
Additional Event Documents: