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Flight Instructor Safety Workshop
Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Bankstown, NSW 23 August www.casa.gov.au/education/seminars-and-workshops
The Tocumwal Airshow is a major tourism event held in the Southern Riverina showcasing the aviation heritage of Tocumwal and the region. A full day of family entertainment combining five hours of spectacular flying displays, static displays, food trucks, market stalls and children's entertainment. Witness unbelievable aerobatics from some of Australia’s top champion pilots. From spine-tingling solo performances to hair-raising formations. Tickets available for purchase online.
CASA will be delivering a series of workshops aimed specifically at pilots who hold an instructor rating. Flying instructors play a critical role in flight safety both during the initial training of pilots and ongoing flight reviews. The workshops will include lectures, case studies, professional development and group exercises. Some of the topics covered will include: • Teaching students the importance of pre-flight planning • The importance of checklists • Student debriefing techniques • Improving NAIPS use and NOTAM decoding
Sunsuper Riverfire
Your Aviation Safety Advisors will be available to address general questions. If you are involved in flying instruction, or thinking of becoming involved, join us for the workshop in your area. Registration online required.
This is one of the most electrifying displays in Australia, fired by Foti Fireworks from multiple bridges, barges and city rooftops. Ahead of the pyrotechnics the Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force will demonstrate their flying prowess, with Army helicopter displays and the gravitydefying aerobatics of the Roulettes. Not to be missed.
Battle of Britain Commemoration Hobart, Tasmania 10-12 September www.raafatas.com
Brisbane River, QLD 25 September www.brisbanefestival.com.au Sunsuper Riverfire returns this September to ignite the Brisbane city skyline and wrap up three incredible weeks of the Brisbane Festival for yet another year. Tribal Experiences Managing Director and Yuggera and Turrbal man Shannon Ruska will open this spectacular event with a powerful smoking ceremony.
A ‘Gathering of Eagles’ will commemorate the deeds and sacrifices of the Royal Australian Air Force, the Royal Air Force, Allied and all Air Forces in all conflicts past and present. The Air Force Association, Tasmania Division extends an invitation to all members past and present, their partners and guests to attend a national commemoration of the 81st anniversary of the Battle of Britain, to be held in Hobart from 10-12 September. Events include: Happy Hour, Remembrance Service, Dining in Night, Cenotaph Service & Wreath Laying, Barbecue Luncheon. Further details - State Secretary Air Force Association, Tasmania Division -secretary@raafatas.org.au
Tocumwal Airshow
Tocumwal, NSW | 18 September www.tocumwalairshow.com.au Warbirds, aerobatics, stunts, ground displays, food trucks and plenty more! 80
Aircraft Showcase
Temora Aviation Museum, NSW 9-10 October aviationmuseum.com.au/event/october-weekend The Temora Aviation Museum’s October Aircraft Showcase event will feature all serviceable aircraft from Temora in the RAAF Heritage collection. Some visiting aircraft may also attend. At Temora you can get closer to the action as you witness a themed selection of Australia’s ex-military flying history come alive. Aircraft Showcase promises to deliver a full weekend of entertainment for all generations including flying displays, informative commentary, guided tour of static exhibitions, interviews with pilots and veterans, children’s activities, engineering workshop tour, pilot meet and greet. All tickets must be pre-purchased online, limited to 3000. Social distancing measures will be in place.
