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Title:
Float Plane Ground School
Topic:
We will cover the background information you need to understand in order to be a safe, successful float plane pilot.
Date and Time:
Thursday, April 27, 2017, starting at 17:00 Central Daylight Time Download Calendar File
Speaker(s):
Mark Cook, FAAST Team Representative
Brief Description:

This seminar will be ground training for pilots who wish to transition to flying floats.  Topics covered will include types and parts of floats, taxi procedures, amphibious operations, float plane safety, taxi procedures, docking and beaching, float plane performance, seaplane and maritime rules, takeoff and landing techniques, loading, and flight planning for float flying.  This seminar will be a great start for any pilot who wishes to obtain a sea plane rating.

We will have individuals available to help pilots register with FAAST, so you may participate in the WINGS program.  Come see how participating in the WINGS program can make it easier for you to remain flight current.

Select Number:
GL1574973
Location of Seminar:
Bemidji Regional Airport
3824 Moberg Dr. NW

Bemidji, MN 56601
Directions to Venue:

Seminar will be conducted in the west waiting room of the Bemidji Regional Airport terminal building.


Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes  KBJI
Seating:
30 seats at the facility, 1 remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
MN FAASTeam
Contact Information:
Mark Cook
Phone: (218) 751-1880
mcook@bemidjiaviation.com
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):

Hosted by Bemidji Aviation Services, Inc., EAA Chapter 1397, Rick's Aviation Adventures and the Bemidji Regional Airport.  A discount on fuel will be available for all pilots who fly-in.

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:
Basic WINGS
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 2
Advanced WINGS
1 Credit for Advanced Knowledge Topic 1
1 Credit for Advanced Knowledge Topic 2
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
Other
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