Aviation North Expo 2009
Saturday, October 17  Preliminary Schedule

Jade Room

Copper Room

Marble Room

Alexander Suite

Workshop

8:00

Where Do Aircraft Flight Limitations Come From?
Dave Swartz, FAA ACO
Anchorage, AK

This presentation will reveal where some of the mysterious limitations that are imposed on your airplane come from.  We will address questions including: Why is there a forward center of gravity limitation? How do we figure out the maximum weight? and, What does the red line on your airspeed indicator really mean?  We will talk about how airplane flight and ground testing is conducted and what we typically learn-- that is, what breaks. We will also share a few fun stories about flight testing and how to scare yourself in an airplane.  (When doing inverted maneuvers, make sure the port-a-potty is tied down…….)

Weather Training for Alaska Pilots: There's and App for That
John Steuernagle, FAA FAAST Team, Anchorage, AK

In-flight weather evaluation and decision making are some of the most difficult skills for pilots to learn.   This presentation previews a new training system - developed in Alaska - that prepares pilots to fly in challenging environments with few weather reporting stations.  Flight scenarios with high resolution graphics of actual Alaskan routes make Cue-based weather training a highly effective pilot education tool.

Public and Private Airports: Are the rules the same?
David Ketchum, Airside
Greenbank, WA

An overview of authority, jurisdiction and relevant documents related to public airports listed on the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS), public airports not listed on the NPIAS and privately owned, not open-to-the-public airports. What is required, what is logical, what areas are often confusing. 

Flying Companion Seminar
Ninety Nines,Inc.

 For people who fly in small aircraft, either for recreation with their family and friends, or professionally for business, the Flying Companion Seminar, will provide the background you need to understand and enjoy flying.
This seminar is designed for the non-pilot spouse, friend, or business traveler who would like to learn more about flying and become a more comfortable, helpful passenger, especially in an emergency situation.

Click here for details & registration information for this seminar

Two-day Metal Working Workshop with Kent White, the "Tin Man"
Saturday and Sunday, Hutchison Institute of Technology

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Trade Show Opens in Edgewater

9:30

What Went Wrong?
JJ Greenway, AOPA ASF
Frederick, MD
Sometimes the cause of an aircraft accident is obvious. Other times, it takes everything from CSI-style forensics to old-fashioned sleuthing to figure out where things went awry. The Air Safety Foundation's latest seminar looks at general aviation accidents through the eyes of the investigator--starting at the scene and working backward to reconnect the shattered links of the accident chain.

Working Through TFR's
Lari Belisle, Anchorage Center
Chip Houde, Alaska Fire Service

TFRs:  In light of the past few summer season and fire fighting activities, numerous Temporary Flight Restriction were issued to support the fire fighting activities.  Learn why TFRs are issued, who can request them how you can work with the appropriate agency to share the TFR airspace.

Airport Layout and Design
Ryan Anderson, DOT&PF
Fairbanks, AK

Learn the basics of airport design!  This seminar will provide an overview of Federal Regulation 49 CFR Part 77 and an overview of the FAA advisory circulars related to designing an airport.  Thinking of building your own airstrip, or just curious on why airports are designed the way they are?  What is an Airport Layout Plan, and why is it useful in planning future development?  This seminar is for anyone interested in the basics of airport design. 
FAR 49 CFR 77 establishes standards and notification requirements for objects affecting navigable airspace, a critical element in developing plans and layouts for all aspects of airports and landing strips, no matter what size.  Learn what civil imaginary surfaces are, and how airports are designed to ensure safe and efficient use of navigable airspace.  The discussion will address clear zone requirements both at the airport and in the areas around an airport.
FAA Advisory Circular’s series 150/5300 provide guidance for many aspects of airport design.  Learn the basics of FAA Advisory Circular 150/5300-13 including what constitutes a design aircraft, definitions of aircraft design groups, and what the guidelines say about the dimensions of runway operational surfaces and runway safety areas, as well as taxiways and apron offsets. 

Trade Show 

11:00

What Went Wrong? (Con't.)
JJ Greenway, AOPA ASF
Frederick, MD

Second hour of presentation. See above for description

What's New? Upgrades to Alaska's Aviation Infrastructure
FAA Panel Presentation:
Lari Belisle, FAA Anchorage Center; Jere Hayslett, FAA Surveillance Broadcast Services; Nancy Schommer, FAA Weather Camera Program; Mike Tarr, FAA Alaska Flight Service
Over the past year, there have been upgrades and improvements to the aviation infrastructure across Alaska.  New IFR routes and approaches, weather stations, weather cameras and changes to service in FAA.  Representatives from different parts of the FAA will provide the latest information on these upgrades, and are interested in your feedback on the services they provide. 

Land Use Compatibility
David Ketchum, Airside

Achieving compatibility between growing communities and growing airports is a challenge that is best met by early and thorough action. By the time issues of incompatibility begin to emerge it is much harder to solve problems. Key tools are comprehensive plans, zoning documents, development standards, effective airport layout plans and lots of balanced communication. In this session will discuss the hazards of failing to plan for growth.

12:00 - 1:00

LUNCH Served at the Trade Show

1:00

What's Next After WAAS LPV Appropaches?
JoAnn Ford, FAA Navigation Services
Washington, DC

The terms WAAS and LPV are becoming more and more commonplace within the aviation ranks.  But what improvements is NEXTGEN bringing to Alaska?  What is the next best thing to WAAS LPV that is coming to Alaska by late 2010?  LP Approaches!! This presentation will discuss the differences between LNAV, LNAV/VNAV, and LPV approaches, and the new kid on the block, LP approaches.  Coming soon, to an airport near you!

Getting Found: ELTs and Other Technologies
Adam White, Alaska Airmen's Assoc.

What Projects are Eligible for FAA Grant Funding?
To Be Announced

Many Airports in Alaska rely on FAA - AIP grants, to fund 95% of the cost for improvements.  During this session we will discuss eligibility criteria for AIP grant funds, grant application deadlines for 2010 projects, types of projects that are eligible for funding and much more...... 

Flying Companion Seminar
Continued

Trade Show

2:30

FAR-Out, Man!  Maintenance Like Way FAR Out Man—FAR’s Review for Owners and Pilots
Kevin Alexander, UAF Aviation Technology Program, Fairbanks

In this hour, we will look at the most basic maintenance rules for aircraft owners from an economic and liability standpoint.  The cost of not following these rules will be looked as well as the importance of staying a “compliance oriented individual”.  In addition, the importance of a real pre-purchase inspection will be discussed citing some real-world examples.

Issues Impacting General Aviation
Dee Hanson & Adam White
Alaska Airmen's Association

We are being challenged everyday with issues that affect general aviation in Alaska.  Join us as we bring you up to date on the current statewide issues our different organizations united, are tracking on your behalf.  Examples include the Military MOAs, Alaska Capstone Program, Mat-Su Borough Aviation Plan, State DOT Leasing Regulations for Rural and International Airports, and the Alaska Aviation System Plan are just a few.  Many times these issues trickle down to influence the more local issues such as airport access on the East Ramp at Fairbanks International, Lake Hood Strip and Seaplane Base and the Willow Lake and Airport Plans. 

Airport Manager Panel Discussion
Troy LaRue, DOT&PF; Ted Anderson, Juneau International Airport

Each Airport Manager will give a 10 minute presentation and describe new technology being tested, regulations affecting operations or planning or unique current airport projects. Audience participation and discussion will follow the presentation.

Trade Show

4:00

Flying the Canadian Arctic
Bram Tilroe, Aviation Alberta
Leduc, Alberta, Canada

Digital slide presentation highlighting flying the Northern Canadian Geography over 40 years.  Showing the Yukon, North West Territories and Nunavut Territory Starting at the North pole from 90N and south to 60N.

Flying Denali National Park: Tools and Issues
Colin Malone, Denali National Park & Tom George, AOPA

This two-part presentation will cover two aviation issues at Denali National Park.
Colin Malone will present a revised aviation map, designed to provide radio frequencies and VFR reporting points for pilots flying over the park. Beyond a paper product, this map is available in Google Earth, allowing pilots to use flight simulation to learn the landmarks used for reference in Denali. A demonstration of this capability will be provided.
Tom George will report on some activities of the Denali Overflights Council, focused on the soundscape impacts of aviation. He will briefly review the soundscape issue, describe recent work to understand aviation’s contribution, and discuss some efforts to minimize it across this 6 million acre park located in the center of the state.

Alaska Aviation System Plan Update
Tom Middendorf, DOWL HKM
Anchorage, AK

This presentation is a status report on what has happened and what is coming up on the Alaska Aviation System Plan (AASP). The AASP is big picture look at the system of airports in Alaska:

• What does the airport system look like?
• What would we like it to look like?
• What kinds of improvements are needed?
• What funding is needed?
• What policy changes are needed?
• What is the economic impact of Alaska’s aviation system?