CASA media release - Monday 8 October 2007
Latrobe air safety workshop
A special aviation safety workshop for local pilots is being held this week in the Latrobe Valley.
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 the Latrobe Valley on Wednesday 10 October 2007.
The workshop will look at key air safety issues including flying in bad weather and pilot skills.
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 Latrobe Valley.
“Education and training are keys to better air safety,” Mr Gibson says.
“This workshop will help to improve air safety in the Latrobe Valley. That’s good news for pilots and passengers.
“The Latrobe Valley has a good air safety record but we must continue to work to prevent accidents.”
The workshop is being held at the Latrobe Valley Aero Club on Wednesday 10 October, 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: MR0758