CASA media release - Tuesday 6 March
2007
Wimmera air safety workshop
A special aviation safety workshop for local pilots is being held this week in Horsham.
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is staging the free workshop as part of a national air safety campaign.
Aviation experts will conduct the workshop in Horsham on Wednesday 7 March 2007.
The workshop will look at key air safety issues including flying in bad weather and flying controlled airspace.
Experts from CASA will make presentations on these topics, as well as leading discussions about local safety issues.
CASA's Peter Gibson says the workshop will make a real difference to air safety in the Wimmera.
“Education and training are keys to better air safety,” Mr Gibson says.
“This workshop will help to improve air safety in the Wimmera and throughout western Victoria. That's good news for pilots and passengers.
“The Wimmera has a good air safety record but we must continue to work to prevent accidents.”
The workshop is being held at the Horsham Aero Club on Wednesday 7 March, starting at 6pm.
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: MR0717