rust removers - recurrent pilot training
The Northwest Territories Flying Association conducts an annual "Rust Remover" each spring to assist members in meeting requirements for recurrent pilot training pursuant to CAR 421.05(2)(c). Our "Rust Remover" agendas are approved by Transport Canada. Presenters have included representatives from NAV CANADA, Transport Canada, Canadian Transportation Agency and CASARA. Topics covered have included aviation weather, flight planning and navigation, aviation medical examinations, aircraft systems, and aviation regulations.
2023 rust remover - SMARTPILOT SEMINARS
NWTFA is excited to present SmartPilot seminars at the 2023 Rust Remover. The following SmartPilot seminars will be presented by Mike Doiron of Cirrus Aviation Safety Services: This exceptional training opportunity is made possible through the success of fundraising efforts undertaken by NWTFA in 2022. Play the promo videos below for a hint of the content delivered by these SmartPilot seminars!
NAV CANADA will also be in attendance to present its annual update on YZF operations and ongoing initiatives. The 2023 Rust Remover will be held on May 13, 2023 at St. Patrick's Church Hall in Yellowknife, NT. The program will be sanctioned by Transport Canada as satisfying the 2-year recurrent training requirement for private pilots. Registration is free for current NWTFA members and $40 for non-members. Coffee/muffins and lunch will be provided. Advance online registration is required.
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2022 rust remover
The 2022 Rust Remover was held on May 14, 2022 at Northern United Place in Yellowknife, NT and was attended by approximately 18 members. The program was sanctioned by Transport Canada as satisfying the 2-year recurrent training requirement for private pilots. Presentations included the following topics:
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2020 and 2021 Rust removers
COVID-19 restrictions in effect in the Northwest Territories prevented hosting of Rust Removers in spring 2020 and 2021.
2019 rust remover
The 2019 Rust Remover was held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Northern United Place in Yellowknife, NT. The program was approved by Transport Canada to qualify as recurrent training for private pilots. The agenda included the following topics:
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2018 rust remover
The 2018 Rust Remover was held on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at Northern United Place in Yellowknife, NT. The program was approved by Transport Canada so participation qualified as recurrent training for private pilots. Topics included the following:
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2017 rust remover
The 2017 Rust Remover was held on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at the Baker Centre in Yellowknife, NT. The program was approved by Transport Canada so participation qualified as recurrent training for private pilots. Topics included the following:
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previous Rust removers
Topics discussed in NWTFA Rust Removers in previous years included the following:
- Radio Communication and Phraseology
- Operations at Yellowknife Aerodrome
- Search and Rescue Procedures in Northwest Territories
- Flight Planning and FSS Services
- Safety on the Water
- Navigation and Meteorology