2013 Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show Schedule

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The 2013 conference featured over 75 hours of informative, interesting and entertaining presentations:

2013 Event Program:

 

SATURDAY: February 23, 2013

Schedule subject to change & additions please check back for updates!

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Time: Title & Description: Room & Speaker:
8:00 am

Lead Acid Aircraft Battery Airworthiness
Aircraft Battery History, Commissioning, Servicing & Charging Procedures & Equipment including Capacity Checking, Conditioning, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Scheduled Inspections, Storage, FAA Approvals, and New Technology.

Bob Burkel | Concorde Battery Corporation

This seminar session qualifies for IA renewal certification for mechanics.
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9:00 am SATURDAY | Opening time for 2013 NW Aviation Conference & Trade Show
 

Introduction to Composites for Aircraft Inspectors
What are composites?; History of composites; How to identify composite materials on the aircraft; How can composite structure be damaged? What Type of Resins Are Used in the Aircraft? What Type of Fiber Reinforcement is Used in the Aircraft?
Forms of Fiber That Are Used in Composite Structure. Fibers and Fabrics that are Used; Fabric Terms; Core Used in Composite Materials; Materials That Are Used In; Composite Structure and Basic Manufacturing

Patrick Murphy
Everett Community Collage

This seminar session qualifies for IA renewal certification for mechanics.
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9:15 am

Mountain Flying Workshop: Fundamentals of Mountain and Canyon Flying - Part I of Day I
Preparing the Aircraft and Pilot for Mountain/Canyon Flight:
This session is part I of four parts | SAT & SUN - 90 minutes each Registration & outline details available here

Lori MacNichol
McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars LLC.

Room D | Heritage

  Helicopter Workshop: Physiology and Psychology of Mountain and High Altitude
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Jason Cammisa
Hillsboro Aviation
Room B | Pioneer
 

ADSB Explained, How the Mandate will Affect You
Covering portable and installed solutions, and benefits of the system.

Wayne McGhee, Garmin's NW Aviation Regional Sals Manager
Garmin
Room B | Keynote Area
 

Weather Workshop I : Weather Patterns of the Pacific Northwest West side
We will review basic weather patterns of the Pacific Northwest maritime area (west of Cascades) that affect aviation interests. Weather phenomena include unstable shower patterns, marine stratus, fog, high winds, thunderstorms and the Puget Sound Convergence Zone. Emphasis will be on the effect of these phenomena on the aviation community. In addition, we will provide some satellite interpretation tools that pilots can use to better anticipate such events. weather series info & bio

Clinton Rockey,
Meteorologist
National Weather Service
Portland, Oregon
Room E | North Foyer
 

FAA NextGen
The National Airspace is Changing. Come and learn about the new airspace changes.

Dave Soumi
NW Mountain Region FSDO
Room A | South Foyer

10:15 am

Fractures, Failures and Troubleshooting. Aircraft Charging and Starting SystemsThis presentation begins with an overview of the interrelationships of the electrical, charging and starting systems. Troubleshooting techniques and examples of common failures due to both operating/ installation issues as well as manufacturing failures are discussed.

Damon Berry
Plane Power Alternators and Sky-Tec Starters
This seminar session qualifies for IA renewal certification for mechanics.
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10:30 am

ASI Seminar: Flying for a Lifetime
Kirstine Hartzell, Aviation Safety Institute AOPA
Keynote Area
Every cell in the human body is replaced at least once every ten years. You are, quite literally, not the same person you were a decade ago. You’re also (less literally) not the same pilot. Experience, physical stamina, risk tolerance and mental acuity all shift over the years, in obvious and not-so-obvious ways. Question is, how do you adjust? Our latest seminar delves into the forces that shape us as pilots, and explores different ways to maintain the same high level of safety over a lifetime of flying.

  Helicopter Workshop I: Introduction to Mountain Flying Concepts
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Jason Cammisa
Hillsboro Aviation
Room B | Pioneer
 

NORAD - Say "Hi" to Your New Wingman
NORAD TFR and Intercept briefing.

Lt Col Kevin Roethe
NORAD
Room A | South Foyer

 

Safety & Survival Workshop I: What if- Are You Prepared?
Join writer and safety advisor, James Herbert, for an interactive discussion on whether you really are prepared for the "What-if's". This conversation prepares you for much of the safety information presented over the weekend. safety seminars

James Herbert, Rescu-Me
Room E | North
11:15 am

Vortex Generator Installation and Operation
This presentation will cover Installation of Micro AeroDynamics Vortex Generator Kits and how they work for the over 500 aircraft models for which Micro Aero has FAA STC approvals. It will include details of the VG installation, paperwork and regulations and the myths and misconceptions of VG technology.

Charles White
Micro AeroDynamics Inc.

This seminar session qualifies for IA renewal certification for mechanics.
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11:30 am Opening Ceremonies & Opening Remarks
Color Guard and Washington Aviation Association representatives
Keynote Area.
11:45 am Accident Reviews with the NTSB
Details forthcoming from the FAA - Room A | South Foyer
  Washington Pilots Association General Meeting & Luncheon
Room E | North Foyer - Contact WPA president for information: Dave Lucke
 

Underwater Egress:
How to Save your Life in a Water Landing

Bryan Webster, renown aviation safety speaker and instructor based in British Columbia, returns to the aviation conference todemonstrate life-saving tips on water landing survival. Bryan is the DUNK-You representative that helped us out with the tank in the exhibit hall in 2008. We are excited to have him returning!

Bryan Webster
Aviation Egress Systems
Keynote Area

  Aeronautical Decision Making: History and How We Learn
Details forthcoming from the FAA
Minard Thompson, FAA Safety Team
Room D | Heritage
1:00 pm

Weather Workshop II : Mountain Waves
Mountain waves are cited by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) as the cause or an underlying factor in several fatal or non-fatal aircraft accidents each year. Mountain waves are different from the more typical mechanical turbulence found on the lee side of mountain ranges and are among the more hazardous phenomenon pilots can experience. This presentation covers the development of mountain waves, the visible indicators of mountain wave activity, and will describe some of the tools available to evaluate the potential for mountain wave activity.

John Werth,
Meteorologist
National Weather Service Center Weather Service Unit, co-located with the ARTCC in Auburn, WA

Room D | Heritage
  Introducing New AOPA FlyQ EFB and Using It In Your Cockpit
All-new AOPA FlyQ EFB is the exciting new iPad EFB (Electronic Flight Bag) app just introduced by AOPA. It has advanced features like 3D synthetic vision, split-screen, track-up maps, and much more … all made extremely easy to use. FlyQ EFB was created for AOPA by Seattle Avionics and Steve Podradchik, CEO of Seattle Avionics, walks you through all the key features and demonstrates time-saving tips and tricks.

Steve Podradchik
Seattle Avionic

Room B | Pioneer

 

AOPA Keynote Address:" Keep 'Em Flying"
Join AOPA President Craig Fuller as he discusses the most pressing issues facing the general aviation community. What will federal budget proposals mean for GA? Will user fees be back? What’s happening with NextGen? How do we get more people flying and keep them flying? Mr. Fuller will address these issues and talk about AOPA’s new Center to Advance the Pilot Community as well as the many ways all of us can get engaged in protecting our freedom to fly.

Craig Fuller, president of Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)
Keynote Area

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ADS-B Information Seminar
The difference between certified vs. uncertified options, and how it will affect the safety in flying.

Peter Ring, Free Flight
Room A | South Foyer
1:30 pm

Magneto Maintenance and Troubleshooting
This hour will focus on basic magneto maintenance, inspection and troubleshooting steps and criteria published by the manufacturers. Information covered will include: Magneto internal timing and its impact on operation. Magneto to engine timing and its importance. 500 hour inspections and common failure items.
Troubleshooting magneto failures.

Kevin Alexander
University of Alaska Fairbanks, Community and Technical College


This seminar session qualifies for IA renewal certification for mechanics.
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2:15 pm

Why You should Convince Your Kids to Be Pilots
Why you should convince your kids to become pilots: The number of people training to become pilots is decreasing, the need for pilots is increasing. Those of us who love to fly can encourage our kids to take advantage of the opportunities that will unfold in the years to come.

Johnny Summers, Alaska Airline Pilot, Designated Pilot Exam. Professor for ERAU Worldwide

Keynote Area
  Insurance PreFlight for Renter Pilots
Learn how to identify the pitfalls in rental agreements, how to request and review your FBO’s insurance coverage,and what personal non-owned aircraft insurance does for you.
Janet Bressler, president, AOPA Insurance Services
Room A | South Foyer
 

Mountain Flying WorkshopI: Fundamentals of Mountain and Canyon Flying Workshop Part II of Day I

This sessiom will cover steps to determine Density Altitude (DA), reduction in engine horsepower due to DA Increase, power loading and weight reduction, takeoff performance: ground roll to the 50ft tree, climb performance -power reserve for climb and landing performance.
This session is part I of four parts | SAT & SUN - 90 minutes each Registration & outline details available here

Lori MacNichol
McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars LLC.

Room D | Heritage
 

Perceptions and Human Error: Cockpit Technology Enabling Risk-taking Behavior
The wealth of technology available in new single-engine aircraft is astounding. Moving maps, weather information, traffic warnings, terrain depictions, and GPS navigation have provided us unprecedented situational awareness and revolutionized how we fly. But, are these same technologies causing us to take unnecessary risks? This program will examine how cockpit technology influences our perceptions of risk, and affects our decision-making processes.


Philip M Tartalone, Ph.D | Eastern Michigan University Aviation Program
Room B | Pioneer
  Seaplane Workshop I - Details Forthcoming from SPA
Steve McCaughey, Execuive Director, Seaplane Pilots Association
Room E | North Foyer
2:30 pm

Spark Plug Design and Maintenance
This hour will begin with an introduction to spark plug design and maintenance including: Part Number Designation, Design Characteristics, Internal Construction, Material Selection, Engine and Application Eligibility, Cleaning and Inspection Intervals, Proper Tool Usage, Massive Electrode and Fine Wire Inspection, Recommended Cleaning Procedures – Massive Electrode Plugs & Fine Wire Plugs, Gapping Procedures, Proper Plug Rotation, Resistor Inspection and Testing

Vince Bechtel
Tempest Plus

This seminar session qualifies for IA renewal certification for mechanics.
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3:30 pm iPad Takes Flight! Advanced | Learn the finer points, understand limitations & be ready in an emergency.
Dominic V Martinez , MyGoFlight.com
Room A | South Foyer
The iPad can be used in many aspects of flying - from reviewing the weather & planning, navigation & calculation, as an electronic logbook and for reference. It can be used as an Electronic Flight Bag and as a device to achieve a "paperless" cockpit. Whether to go from paper to electronic charts, to add a moving map, or to use as a Multi-Function Display (MFD), the iPad is proving to help pilots do two things - reduce workload and improve situational awareness. The iPad can be used as the navigation system of last resort should all other primary navigation systems fail. Learn the finer points on how and how not to use this incredible, affordable tool to make flying easier and safer. During pre-flight, in-flight, post-flight and in an emergency.
 

Flying the Pacific Northwest: Findings Revealed from Avemco Files
Mike Adams | Vice President of Underwriting Avemco Insurance
Room B | Pioneer
Join Mike Adams, Vice President of Underwriting at Avemco Insurance Company and a past president of the Oregon Pilots Association. Mike will address some of the conditions that make flying the Pacific Northwest unique, including incidents and accidents that didn’t make it to the NTSB files. Mike is an instrument rated pilot and a native of the Pacific Northwest. His more than 28 years of combined experience with general aviation and the aviation insurance industry helps pilots understand how Avemco’s coverage decisions are designed to keep them safe.

  Seaplane Workshop II -
Details Forthcoming from SPA
Steve McCaughey, Execuive Director, Seaplane Pilots Association
Room E | North Foyer
  Lighten Up! Light Sport Aircraft Seminar

What you need to know as a Light Sport Pilot about how the light sport aircraft and pilot requirements may impact your insurance.
James Oliphant, Aviation Insurance Advocate, AOPA Insurance Services
Keynote Area
 

Corrosion Prevention – The Right Way to Go
Technical presentation, covering Effective Corrosion Control using thin-film water displacement compounds. This seminar session qualifies for IA renewal certification for mechanics.
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Mark Pearson
Lear Chemical Research Corp.
4:30 pm

You Want Me To Do WHAT?
Jonathan "JJ" Greenway
Keynote Area
Once you start flying outside the flight training environment, situations can arise that were not addressed during training. Maintenance problems, weather issues, passenger distractions, ATC interaction, language barriers and self-induced pressure, just to name a few. With first-hand accounts and examples spanning the spectrum of General Aviation, JJ explores some of the situations that pilots may face that, if handled incorrectly, can alter the outcome of an otherwise successful flight

  An Afternoon With The ATC
Details forthcoming from the FAA
Seattle Center, Seattle Approach Control and Whidbey Island
Approach Control

Room D | Heritage Room
 

IFR Flying with GPS
After a brief overview of the GPS/WAAS system, this presentation focuses on a practical discussion of flying under IFR with an IFR-approved GPS navigator, especially flying RNAV (GPS) approaches, including procedures with vertical guidance. The presentation also addresses common questions, such as when an IFR-approved GPS can substitute for ground-based navigation aids.

Bruce Williams, Bruce Air
Room B | Pioneer
 

How to Flight Plan in Minutes Using DUATS
This seminar will show you how to take advantage of the features of Web DUATS. Giving you the capability to input your pre-flight data and receive back an official flight plans and weather brief within minutes with minimal keystrokes. A refresher course on GoldenEagle Flight Prep software.

Leon Thomas | Director CSC DUATS Program
Room A | South Foyer
 

Wheel-End Life Cycle Service Deficiencies on Aircraft & Solution
This course is designed to develop a more proficient understanding of wheel end assembly (bearings, tires, wheels and brakes, spindle, axle nut). The focus of this course will examine the importance of recognizing premature wear and correcting the inherent problems


Leslie Weinstein & Eric Blair
True-Lock LLC

This seminar session qualifies for IA renewal certification for mechanics.
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5:30 PM EVENT CLOSES AT 5:30 PM, SEE YOU TOMORROW AT 10:00 AM


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