An aviation safety seminar focussing on safe flying practices during poor weather conditions will be held in Port Macquarie on November 26.
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The seminar is hosted by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
All Port Macquarie pilots are invited to attend, says CASA's Peter Gibson.
"Port Macquarie pilots will learn how to make the right decisions when the weather turns against them," Mr Gibson said.
"The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is holding the seminar as part of a campaign reduce weather related accidents.
"Correct decision-making by pilots is crucial," he said.
"Accidents continue to happen when pilots flying visually get into deteriorating weather.
"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."
Mr Gibson said all pilots receive training on weather-related safety but ongoing education in this vital area is essential.
The Port Macquarie aviation safety seminar is on Thursday November 26, 2020 at 6pm at the Hastings District Flying Club.
Bookings are essential to allow COVID-19 requirements to be met.
Book online for Weather to Fly seminar.
