AeroTeen Ground School
June 21, 2008
Balloon Fiesta Offices
Albuquerque, NM
Did you know that you can get your lighter than air pilot license before you drive a car? No kidding!
Introducing AeroTeen Ground School!!!
Have you ever wanted to know what it takes to become a hot air balloon pilot? This class will introduce you to the aspects of becoming a pilot. AeroTeen Ground School will introduce you to the basics about weather, navigation, balloon systems/ performance, mapping, and communications/regulations. This seminar will be taught by private and commercial balloon pilots. No boring lectures just lots of practical information and hands on activities. Want to join us?
When: June 21, 2008
Time: 7:45a to 5:00p - Lunch will be provided
Where: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Offices (4401 Alameda Ave NE)
Cost: $35.00 - This includes all materials
Who can participate? Any teen over the age of 14 who wants to know about becoming a hot air balloon pilot.
Participants will receive all materials used in the seminar, FAR/AIM, Albuquerque Sectional Chart, an AeroTeen Ground School completion certificate and will have the opportunity to receive an FAA student pilot certificate.
Hurry, space is limited. Register on-line at www.hotairballoning.org click on seminars then click on AeroTeen Ground School or complete the form below. Contact Barbara Fricke at 265-2865 or barbarafricke@msn.com for info.
If you wish, you can download the registration form and mail, e-mail or fax it in: Ground School Registration Form
Classes
If the minimum number of students have not registered 2 weeks prior to a seminar, the seminar may be cancelled. Students will be refunded the seminar fee.
Students
A student may withdraw from a seminar up to 2 weeks prior to the seminar and receive of the seminar fee; books must be returned in like-new condition to receive a refund. Withdrawals less than 2 weeks from the seminar date will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and partial refunds may be granted.