CASA media release - Monday 8 September 2008
Darwin Air Safety Workshops
Two special air safety workshops for local pilots are being held in Darwin this week.
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is staging the free AvSafety workshops in Darwin on Tuesday 9 September and Wednesday 10 September.
The workshops will look at a range of key air safety issues - including flying in bad weather, operations at aerodromes without air traffic control and handling emergencies.
Experts from CASA will make presentations on these topics and lead discussions about a range of local air safety issues.
CASA’s Peter Gibson says the workshops are part of a national regional air safety campaign and will help to improve safety at Darwin and across the Top End.
"Giving pilots from Darwin and the Top End extra training will lift their safety skills to even higher levels," Mr Gibson says.
"All pilots receive comprehensive training but these workshops mean they will be even better equipped to fly safely at all times and deal with emergencies.
"The Darwin and the Top End have a good air safety record but accidents do happen and everyone in aviation must keep working hard to make the local skies safe."
The workshops are being held at the Aviation Institute at Darwin Airport on 9 and 10 September from 6pm.
All local pilots are urged to attend.
CASA is hosting a free BBQ on the nights for everyone who takes part in the workshops.
Media contact:
Peter Gibson
mobile 0419 296 446
Ref: MR9908