Milwaukee, WI - Twenty five CAP pilots from around the state joined 50 members from the general public in a flight safety clinic held at the CAP hanger on Timmerman Field (MWC) Saturday August 9, 2008. This was one of the first joint public/CAP clinics held in years, and was successful in bringing together a large group of pilots, all to enhance aviation safety. The clinic earned Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Wings credits for all that attended.

Andy Miller from the FAA along with Rob Hutson from General Mitchell International Airport's Air Traffic Control Center gave a presentation on runway safety that highlighted many upcoming changes and areas where general aviation pilots need to use caution to prevent runway incursions.

Craig Larson, a Master Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) gave a compelling story about a new solo pilot whose propeller separated while in flight on one of his first times out alone. The successful outcome of this flight highlighted proper emergency procedures and continued training to always be aware of this risk.

Master CFI Capt Greg Gorak gave a humorous, yet serious look at the current events happening in aviation as technology continues to evolve and enhance cockpit safety.

Retired FAA inspector Capt Jimmy Szajkovics finished out the day with a look at how the G1000 cockpit provides both great help in the cockpit, while presenting a host of new pilot challenges to stay current with the new technology. Jimmy also looked at pilot strategy to prevent hanger rash, one of the most common causes of damage to CAP aircraft.

The next flight safety clinic is scheduled for April 18, 2009.

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