Flying safely in bad weather is the focus of a special safety seminar for Bundaberg Region pilots next week.
Local pilots will learn how to make the right decisions when the weather turns against them.
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is holding the seminar as part of a campaign reduce weather related
accidents.
CASA’s Peter Gibson said correct decision making by pilots was crucial.
“Accidents continue to happen when pilots flying visually get into deteriorating weather,” Mr Gibson said.
“Local pilots will learn more about how to assess weather before and during flight, how to plan for weather
and how to make good decisions.
“All pilots receive training on weather related safety but ongoing education in this vital area is essential.”
The Bundaberg Aviation Safety Seminar is being held on Monday, 22 March at 6pm at the Bundaberg
Aero Club.
Bookings are essential to allow COVID-19 requirements to be met.
