CASA media release - Monday 22 October 2007
Murwillumbah air safety workshop
A special aviation safety workshop for local pilots is being held this week in Murwillumbah.
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 Murwillumbah on Tuesday 23 October 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 in the Murwillumbah region.
“Education and training are keys to better air safety,” Mr Gibson says.
“This workshop will help to improve air safety in northern NSW and south east Queensland. That's good news for pilots and passengers.
“The Murwillumbah region has a good air safety record but we must continue to work to prevent accidents.”
The workshop is being held at the Murwillumbah Aero Club on Tuesday 23 October 2007.
All local pilots are urged to attend.
CASA is hosting a free BBQ for everyone who takes part in the workshop.
Media contact:
Peter Gibson
mobile 0419 296 446
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