CASA media release - Tuesday, 6 December 2005
Better air safety for Parkes
A special aviation workshop for local pilots is being held tomorrow in Parkes to improve air safety in the Central West.
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority and the Parkes Aero Club are staging the free workshop as part of a national air safety campaign.
Aviation experts will conduct the workshop at Parkes Airport on Tuesday December 6.
The workshop will look at key air safety issues including aircraft maintenance, avoiding fatigue and flying in controlled airspace.
Experts from CASA will make presentations on these topics.
CASA’s Peter Gibson says the workshop will make a real difference to air safety in the region.
“Education and training are keys to better air safety,” Mr Gibson says.
“This workshop will help to improve air safety in Parkes and the Central West and that’s good news for pilots and passengers.
“The Central West region has a good air safety record but we must continue to work to prevent accidents.”
The workshop is being held at the Parkes Aero Club, starting at 6pm, on Tuesday November 6.
All local pilots are urged to attend.
CASA is hosting a free BBQ on the night for everyone who takes part in the workshop.
Media contact:
Peter Gibson
mobile 0419 296 446
Ref: MR0556