AvSafety seminar - Horn Island

Making Good Decisions Before the Weather Makes Them for You

Flying in the Torres Strait During the Wet Season.

Weather is one of the biggest challenges facing pilots operating in Far North Queensland, particularly during the wet season. 

Join CASA, the Bureau of Meteorology, and QantasLink for a practical pilot safety seminar focusing on weather awareness, risk management, and making safer operational decisions. 

Topics Include 

• Weather forecasting and interpretation 

• Seasonal flying hazards and risk management 

• Visibility, turbulence, icing, and thunderstorms 

• In-flight decision-making and contingency planning 

The wet season brings increasing rainfall, high humidity, and rapidly changing conditions across the Torres Strait. Understanding how to recognise deteriorating weather and respond appropriately is essential for safe operations. 

Hear from aviation and meteorology experts, ask questions, and gain practical insights you can apply to your everyday flying. 

Why Attend? 

• Improve your weather awareness and flight planning skills. 

• Learn practical risk management strategies. 

• Hear directly from industry experts. 

• Connect with fellow pilots and aviation professionals. 

Invest a few hours on the ground to make better decisions in the air. 

There’s no cost to you. We even serve light snacks and refreshments! 

Need more information? 

Any questions? Special requirements? Contact your local AvSafety advisor on 131 757.