CASA media release - Wednesday 20 August 2007
Bendigo air safety workshop
A special aviation safety workshop for local pilots is being held this week in Bendigo.
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 Bendigo on Wednesday 22 August 2007.
The workshop will look at key air safety issues including flying in bad weather and flying in 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 around Bendigo and surrounding regions.
"Education and training are keys to better air safety," Mr Gibson says.
"This workshop will help to improve air safety around Bendigo. That's good news for pilots and passengers.
"Bendigo and regional Victoria have a good air safety record but we must continue to work to prevent accidents."
The workshop is being held at the Bendigo Flying Club on Wednesday 22 August, 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: MR0752