CASA media release - Monday 2 June 2008
Griffith Air Safety Workshop
A special air safety workshop for local pilots is being held in Griffith this week.
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is staging the free AvSafety workshop in Griffith on Wednesday 4 June 2008.
The workshop will look at key air safety issues, including pilot skills and operations at local airports.
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 is part of a national regional air safety campaign and will help to improve safety around Griffith, the Riverina and the MIA.
“Giving pilots from Griffith and surrounding regions 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.
“The Griffith region has a good air safety record but accidents do happen and everyone in aviation must keep working hard to make the local skies safe.”
The workshop is being held at the Griffith Aero Club on Wednesday 4 June 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: MR5608