Mid West pilots encouraged to attend Civil Aviation Safety Authority’s Fuel for Thought seminar

Mid West pilots are being encouraged by the aviation safety peak body to attend a seminar in Geraldton which aims to equip pilots with the necessary tools to fly safely and make sound choices. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority’s Fuel for Thought presentation will discuss fuel consumption, decision-making and competency. According to the organisation, the ability for a pilot to make the right decision under pressure is essential to keeping people safe. The seminar is aimed at all licence categories for pilots, catering to all levels of knowledge. Aviation safety advisor Craig Peterson said discussion created opportunities for improvements. “Our seminar feedback shows pilots get more out of a session when there is a range of experience in the room and lots of discussion because it is our shared knowledge that creates a safer environment for everyone,” he said. “We also use case studies during the seminars to show how things can go wrong and to prepare pilots for mitigating those risks. “These seminars are also a great chance for pilots to talk about any safety issues in your local area with safety advisers and other local pilots to address them.” Pilots will also have an opportunity to ask questions and raise issues regarding rules and regulations. The seminar will be held at the Midwest Aero Club on Saturday, May 18 from 1-3pm. Pilots wanting to attend the session are encouraged to reserve their spot online via Eventbrite.