Title:
CFIT Avoidance Technology
Topic:
CFIT Avoidance with Techniques and Technology
Speaker(s):
John Becker & Leo Burke
Brief Description:
We’ll be discussing CFIT statistics, flying techniques, and
safety technology that assist in avoiding Controlled Flight into Terrain.
Select Number:
GL23147288
Location of Seminar:
Oakland Pontiac Airport Terminal
6500 Highland Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
Directions to Venue:
Main Conference Room on the East side of the building.
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Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KPTK
Seating:
100
seats at the facility,
100
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
CFIT is defined as an unintentional collision with terrain while an aircraft is under positive control. For this presentation we looked at a typical year in which we see about forty CFIT Accidents at least half of which are fatal. We will discuss what technology and what pilot techniques can be used to make your flying safer.
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:
National Project:
Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT) Outreach
Additional Event Documents: