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UPRT Workshop Program

2024 UPRT CONFERENCE

THE RIGHT WAY UP

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA

UPRT WORKSHOP
28 JUNE 2024

FLY WITH RICH STOWELL
29-30 JUNE 2024

CREATING BETTER PILOTS FORUM
1-2 JULY 2024

2024 UPRT Conference

This years UPRT Conference contains 3 separate activities.

You can chose to attend just one activity - or attend them all

FRIDAY 28 June 2024 - UPRT Workshop featuring guest speaker RICH STOWELL

SATURDAY & SUNDAY 28/29 June 2024 - “FLY WITH RICH”. 2 Hour blocks inc 1 Hr flight-time with the Master

MONDAY/TUESDAY 1/2 July 2024 - Creating Better Pilots Forum.

The UPRT Conference is the first of its kind in Australia and is committed to making our skies safer. Featuring high-calibre speakers, honest discussion and fresh ideas that will address and improve the delivery of flight instruction.

This year at the conference, we are also hosting the Creating Better Pilots Forum where together we will brainstorm ways to raise the standards of both recreational and professional pilots.

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UPRT Conference 2024 Partners with
Air Combat Centre (Flight Rush)!

We’re thrilled to announce our collaboration with Air Combat Centre (Flight Rush), a leading fast jet experience provider and flight simulation centre! As part of this exciting tie-up, Air Combat Centre (Flight Rush) is generously providing flight simulation vouchers valued at $330 per voucher to be given away to some lucky participants during the conference..

Redeemable in Sydney or Brisbane, these vouchers provide an incredible opportunity to experience the thrill of flying without leaving the ground. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a student pilot, or simply curious about the world of aviation, the Air Combat Centre and Flight Rush’s state-of-the-art simulators will take you on an unforgettable journey. 

2024 UPRT Workshop Tickets

  • PUBLIC WORKSHOP

    Open to all pilots who fly anything with wings this event is something not to be missed.

    Come and learn from “The Master” to improve your knowledge and skills so you can be a safer, more confident, and competent pilot.

    No matter if you have 10 or 10,000 hours, these is always something new to learn.








    DATE FRIDAY 28 JUNE 2024
    TIMES 0800 - 1700
    VENUE Caboolture Aero Club
    COST $99
    CATERING Not provided,
    Range of local vendors available

  • ONLINE WORKSHOP TICKET

    Join us online from the comfort of your couch,

    Open to all pilots who fly anything with wings this event is something not to be missed.

    Come and learn from “The Master” to improve your knowledge and skills so you can be a safer, more confident, and competent pilot.

    No matter if you have 10 or 10,000 hours, these is always something new to learn.

    Note: This is an online ticket only

    DATE FRIDAY 28 JUNE 2024

    TIMES 0800 - 1700

    VENUE Online

    COST $49

  • FLY WITH RICH STOWELL

    Private 1 on 1 coaching sessions are available with Rich.

    Limited spaces available, so secure your private session early.

    Each session includes up to 1 Hour in our 8KCAB Decathlon or Fuji FA200-180 (subject to weather & aircraft availability)

    NOTE: Flights may be limited to pilots who are already licenced “on-type”, due to Rich’s pending licence validation process as administered by CASA.



    DATE SATURDAY 29 JUN 24
    SUNDAY 30 JUN 24
    TIMES Choose when booking
    VENUE Strike Aviation Training,
    YCAB
    COST $990
    CATERING Not provided,
    Range of local vendors available

Thank you to our sponsors

Trent Robinson Aviation provides quality and personal flight training to the highest standards in Darwin NT, Australia.

Our sponsor provides focused safety support including maintenance training and fully interactive electronic aircraft record systems.

Our sponsor provides outstanding destination accommodation on beautiful Bribie Island, Queensland, Australia.

Our sponsor provides a broad range of pilot training reference material and practice exams.

2024 UPRT Workshop Program

Who is the UPRT Workshop for?

Pilots of all levels from student, through to ATPL.

Speakers

Rich Stowell

Rich is one of the world’s leading experts on Spin Recovery and Emergency Manoeuvre Training.   In fact, Rich has been called “One of the architects of modern UPRT”.

Stowell is a recognized subject matter expert in loss of control in light airplanes.  He has been a panellist at two events hosted by the NTSB in Washington, DC, and worked as an expert witness for the Department of Justice Aviation, Space, and Admiralty Litigation Section.

More information can be found about Rich at his website: www.richstowell.com

Trent Robinson

Trent Robinson embarked on his aviation journey in 1995 at the Royal Aero Club of WA, transitioning from student to charter pilot and flight instructor. Over the years, he ascended to roles such as Grade 1 flight examiner, Chief Flying Instructor, and Chief Pilot for including operators like Attitude Aerobatics and Advanced Cockpit Flight Training. His dedication and passion for aerobatics, formation, and instrument flying, coupled with a knack for cultivating flight schools from inception, has garnered him a steadfast following, emphasizing practical training beyond conventional syllabi.

Relocating to the Top End in December 2018, Trent contributed to aeromedical retrieval services with CareFlight, piloting the King Air. Presently, he spearheads his own Part 141 flight school, Trent Robinson Aviation, based in Darwin. Additionally, he hosts the Flight Training Australia podcast, recently receiving the CASA Wings Flight Instructor of the Year Award for 2023.

Trent’s fervor for elevating flight training standards across Australia is evident through his podcast and mentorship of aspiring aviators and future instructors. His unwavering commitment to safety underscores his efforts to enhance opportunities for both private enthusiasts and commercial graduates.

Neil Schaefer

Neil is passionate about flight training standards and teaching in the aviation sector. He has helped shape and create many of the current RAAus initiatives and resources including the inaugural RAAus Flight Instructor Reference Manual, The online Flight Examiner Course, the RAAus Loss of Control series and the soon to be released updated RAAus Syllabus of Flight Training and RAAus Instructor Training syllabus.

What drives Neil to continue to engage and contribute to all the various forms of aviation he has been a part of for close to half a century? - “It’s giving back to as many as I can; the gift given to me, and sharing the knowledge, given and learned over the years of widely varied recreational and private flying”

Goals of the UPRT Workshop

Increase the skills awareness and knowledge of GA and recreational pilots (especially instructors) to counter and respond to about the hazards that cause the largest number of injuries and fatalities.

Encourage further learning and training in this interesting and safety-critical area of pilot expertise by making it accessible at ALL levels of aviation training.

Provide a pathway for GA and RAAus current and future instructors to advance toward a bench-marked level of instructor competence, especially as it relates to awareness, prevention, and recovery of LOC-I.

Find out more about UPRT

Loss of Control In-Flight (LOC-I) is by far the biggest cause of fatal accidents in aviation.

CAUTION

BEWARE

Currently, UPRT is NOT mandated or even regulated by CASA or RAAus, however ICAO and regulators world-wide have published specific guidance material. 

To find out more about LOC-I click the button below.

Contact Us

Paul Strike
0412970855
paul@flyingsigns.com.au

Hangar 105a, McNaught Road
Caboolture Airfield
Caboolture QLD