AOPA Air Safety Foundation
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Pilots are interested in safety. Safe pilots attend the AOPA Air Safety Foundation's more than 200 free safety seminars it offers every year throughout the United States. Everybody's welcome! Registration is not required.
Seminar Topics
Read about the exciting seminars the AOPA Air Safety Foundation offers and find one or more that suits you. The AOPA Air Safety Foundation's safety seminars qualify for the safety seminar portion of the FAA WINGS program. Learn more about the AOPA Accident Forgiveness and Deductible Enhancement for AIG Aircraft Insurance policyholders.
Seminar Schedule
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Why Attend a Seminar?
Pilots attending the AOPA Air Safety Foundation's safety seminars receive free pilot training while enjoying the company of fellow-aviators. Safety seminars qualify for the ground portion of the FAA Wings program.
More Pilot Training
The AOPA Air Safety Foundation also offers two-day Flight Instructor Refresher Clinics, both for instructors and pilots alike. Online courses and safety quizzes are available on the AOPA Air Safety Foundation's Web site, should you prefer to learn in the privacy of your home.
Safety Publications
Expand your knowledge by choosing from the AOPA Air Safety Foundation's wide selection of free publications. Whether you want to learn about rules and regulations, weather, aircraft operations or pilot proficiency—the AOPA Air Safety Foundation has something for you.
Seminar Topics
- Top 5 Mistakes Pilots Make
- Mastering Takeoffs and Landings
- Say it Right! Radio Comm in Today's Airspace
- Single Pilot IFR
Top 5 Mistakes Pilots Make
It’s sad but true: In an average year, three quarters of all accidents are caused by pilot error. And the mistakes that lead to those accidents? For the most part, they're the same ones pilots have been making for decades.
ASF’s latest seminar takes new aim at those old mistakes. We’ve identified the most common fatal errors pilots make and put together a show that’s full of practical tips for avoiding them. From steering clear of weather to maneuvering safely and much more, if you’re looking to minimize your chances of being involved in a fatal accident, you’ll definitely want to attend this seminar!
Mastering Takeoffs and Landings
Every year takeoffs and landings account for more than half of all pilot-related accidents, and it's not just the new pilots who are having trouble. ASF's latest seminar gives you tips and techniques for making smooth, trouble-free departures and arrivals.
Say it Right! Radio Comm in Today's Airspace
Ever heard a radio call that made you scratch your head -- or worse yet, cringe? Most of us, at one point or another, have struggled to find the right words on the radio.
Attend this free seminar and increase your communication know-how with practical tips on communicating in today's airspace. You'll also get straightforward advice on common pitfalls for VFR and IFR operations, communicating in an emergency, and coping with challenges at both towered and nontowered airports.
Plus, don't miss a rare opportunity to take part in a Q & A session with local air traffic controller: Be sure to bring the questions you've always wanted to ask!
You'll also learn:
Single Pilot IFR
Short of an emergency, there is probably no greater test of a pilot's skill than flying IFR, alone. Is it safe? Can we make it safer? The answer is a resounding YES, and this seminar will give you some tips and techniques to make it that way. We'll take a quick look at some common IFR-related accidents and discuss some of the important issues such as planning, equipment, organization, situational awareness, weather, and that all important question. "What's my out?"
More Pilot Training
- Live and Online Flight Instructor Refresher Clinics
The AOPA Air Safety Foundation offers Flight Instructor Refresher Clinics. Pilots learn the latest in today's airspace, weather, regulations, and much more, while they're enjoying in-person classroom instruction and interaction with other CFIs. - Free Online Training Courses
If you prefer to train in the privacy of your own home, the AOPA Air Safety Foundation's online courses are for you. Choose from a selection of topics ranging from runway safety to navigating today's airspace. Online courses also qualify for the seminar portion of the FAA Wings program. - Sporty's Safety Quizzes
Test your knowledge even more by taking one or more of the AOPA Air Safety Foundation's safety quizzes; sponsored by Sporty's Pilot Shop.
Here's what pilots are saying about our safety seminars
"A very potent presentation. Left me with a few, but powerful tools that I feel I could stick to in an emergency."
"The best I have been to — this was extremely beneficial."
"Good, fast-moving presentation — very practical with varied examples."
"Very good presentation! The instructor had the audience thinking through the entire evening."
Safety Seminar Schedule
Find more resources:
- AOPA Air Safety Foundation home page
- Free Online Courses
- Accident Database/Analysis
- Sporty's Safety Quiz
- Library
Updated Tuesday, January 11, 2005 8:34:33 AM
