CASA media release - Tuesday 22 April 2008
Ballarat Joins National Air Safety Campaign
Ballarat will next week host a special workshop for local pilots as part of a national air safety campaign.
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is staging the free AvSafety workshop at the Ballarat Aero Club on Tuesday 29 April 2008.
The workshop will look at key air safety issues, including operations at local aerodromes and flying in controlled airspace.
Experts from CASA will make presentations on these topics and lead discussions about a range of local safety issues.
CASA’s Peter Gibson says the workshop will help to improve air safety around Ballarat and throughout central Victoria
“Giving Ballarat pilots extra training will lift their safety skills to even higher levels,” Mr Gibson says.
“All pilots receive comprehensive training but this workshop means they will be even better equipped to fly safely at all times and deal with emergencies.
“Ballarat and central Victoria have a good air safety record but accidents do happen and everyone in aviation must work harder to keep the local skies safe.
“This national series of workshops in regional Australia is a key to better air safety for local communities.”
The workshop is being held at the Ballarat Aero Club on Tuesday 29 April 2008 from 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: MR4108