TUESDAY, JULY 25
7:30 – 8:30 AM
AOPA
VFR into IMC: hope is not a Strategy
Situations deteriorate rapidly when pilots are flying VFR venture into unanticipated IMC conditions. Join AOPA in analyzing an actual accident scenario. Listen to pilot and air traffic controller communications and join other seminar participants in analyzing decisions and options. Discuss and share critical decisions, actions, and techniques to avoid what continues to be one of the most treacherous flight profiles.9:00 – 10:00 AM
Doug Stewart
THE ART OF FLYING IFR: COMMUNICATING COMMAND
Many instrument pilots relinquish their pilot-in -command authority through the use of improper phraseology. MCFI Doug Stewart will discuss not only the "how" of maintaining command through standard phraseology, but more importantly the reasons "why" communicating properly will reinforce a positive interaction between the pilot and Air Traffic Control. EA617671810:15 – 11:15 AM
Taylor Albrecht
MASTERING CROSSWINDS
Crosswind landings are the number one real-world weather-related cause of accidents in general aviation. Richard Collins said they are the hardest thing to learn in aviation. Naturally many pilots are apprehensive and lack confidence in crosswind conditions. The Mastering Crosswinds seminar demystifies the crosswind dilemma by looking at the different components. First, we frame the crosswind problem. Then we look at the aerodynamics relevant to crosswind operations. Finally, we discuss crosswind operations, including taxi, takeoff, and landing. It gives the pilot a better understanding and provides the basis for increased skill and confidence. EA617671911:30 – 12:30 PM
Ken Wittekiend
OBSTACLE DEPARTURE PROCEDURE - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
You are preparing to depart into a low overcast from an unfamiliar airport when Center asks “November 1234 Fox, can you maintain your own terrain and obstacle clearance through 6700?” If you aren’t sure how to answer, you are not alone. Many IFR pilots have a poor understanding of the requirements, procedures and best practices necessary to confidently plan an instrument departure particularly when there are obstacle departure procedures published. In this seminar, we will show you how to do this confidently and safely. By reviewing scenarios and examples of challenging departures, you will learn about diverse departures, ODPs, SIDS and more. We’ll also discuss how to anticipate and deal with emergencies that might arise in the early phase of an instrument flight. EA617672012:45 – 1:45 PM
Randall Brooks
WHAT YOU DON'T KNOW CAN HURT YOU
The NTSB states that Loss of Control In-flight (LOC-I) is the greatest cause of fatalities in every sector of aviation. Existing FAA pilot licensing requirements do not require a demonstration of proficiency beyond 60 degrees of bank, and recovery only from rudimentary stalls, or approach to stalls. Unexpected upsets encountered in actual accidents can require pilot skills beyond standard licensing capabilities, which is why international authorities have recommended Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) prior to commercial licensing for all pilots worldwide. Find out what comprehensive UPRT entails, what it will teach you that standard licensing training will not, and how it can make you a safer and more confident pilot on every flight you make. EA6176721
