We look forward to seeing you at the following aviation events:
When Mistakes Happen: The Flight Instructor's Response Presenter: Erica Gilbert Host: Bob Meder Description Student pilots make mistakes. Instructors have the responsibility to allow students the opportunity to make mistakes. In fact, doing things incorrectly is the only way a student can learn. Our response when things aren't perfect is a huge contributor to student...
Right Seat Ready: Next-Level Safety & Enjoyment through Non-Pilot Companion Education Presenters: Jolie Lucas & Harvey Madison Host: Aaron Dabney Description Pilots and instructors can increase flight safety, the happiness of their passengers, and act as ambassadors for GA in an easy but unexpected way. This presentation details both how and why non-pilot companions can...
CFI Spin Training: What You May Not Have Learned Presenters: Mark King & Karen Kalishek Host: Aaron Dabney Description For many of us, a quick briefing followed by a couple spins in a Skyhawk constitutes the whole of our 14 CFR 61.183 spin training. While that training is compliant (maybe), how much do we really know about the...
NAFI at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 NAFI will have a robust presence in two places at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this year. In addition to our usual location on the EAA grounds at Booth 354 (just east of Hangar B), NAFI will also be located the EAA Pilot Proficiency Center. At the EAA Pilot Proficiency Center...
Space Weather Effects on Aviation Presenter: Trey Cade, PhD Host: Bob Meder Description Space Weather can have numerous effects on safe aircraft operation, aircrews, and the National Airspace System. As the Next Generation Air Traffic Control System shifts to a reliance on more space-based systems, these effects could become more pronounced. Examples of past Space...
ForeFlight: Debrief Your Flight With Flight Data Analysis Presenter: Ryan Bohlander Host: Aaron Dabney Description Airlines and business aviation operators have long recognized the benefits of analyzing trends in flight data to enhance safety and improve operational efficiency. Similarly, flight schools are leveraging both the ForeFlight EFB and CloudAhoy's Flight Data Analysis (FDA) to...
Find Your Why: Promoting Volunteer Flying Presenter: Mark Hanson Host: Aaron Dabney Description Mark Hanson, President of Air Care Alliance, FAASTeam Safety Representative and avid volunteer pilot, will review simple but significant ways that instructors, flights schools and general aviation can both benefit from and contribute to public benefit flying. The importance of having a...
Current Hot Topics in FAA Medical Certification Presenter: Dr. Gregory Pinnell, Senior AME Host: Dr. Victor Vogel, CFI Description The aeromedical certification process can seem mysterious, and it demands no less attention to detail and diligence as other areas where airmen have responsibility. Flight instructors can better serve their customers-and ultimately, aviation safety-by staying informed...
The Next Generation of Recreational Flying - Sport Pilot 2.0 Presenter: Tom Charpentier, Government Relations Director, Experimental Aircraft Association Presenter: Sean Elliott, Vice President of Advocacy & Safety, Experimental Aircraft Association Host: Karen Kalishek Description MOSAIC is now on the books! Join Tom and Sean as they introduce and highlight how much will change...