Survival Shakedown
Virtual Session - April 4, 2021
Survival Main Event - May 1-2, 2021
* REGISTRATION CLOSED*
Survival Main Event - May 1-2, 2021
* REGISTRATION CLOSED*
SITUATION: You are a solo pilot on a VFR cross-country from High River, AB to Golden, BC. You filed a VFR flight plan before you departed. To save time and fuel you decide to fly from Castle Junction to Golden above the terrain. Your engine quits and you are forced to land 30 NM northwest of Banff. Search and Rescue is going to take at least 24 hours.
GEAR: You did not plan for a camping trip. Your equipment should be able to fit into one bag or container and weigh less than 20 lbs. Bring whatever you would have on your person during this flight (Appropriate clothing, footwear, etc.). You are responsible for bringing food and water rations, keeping in mind that this trip was not planned (don’t bring a 4-course meal!). Do not go and buy a decked-out kit, unless that is what you carry on your flights. The purpose of this exercise is to test your abilities with the equipment that you carry in a realistic scenario. Scenario pre-prep (virtual team meeting) will answer most questions.
PARTICIPANTS: The group will be set to a maximum of 20 participants. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Military style (Quick Prep) breakfast included.
COSTS:
$180 Early Bird – Online registration and fees due by Mar 1
$210 Regular – Online registration and fees due by Apr 1
$180 Early Bird – Online registration and fees due by Mar 1
$210 Regular – Online registration and fees due by Apr 1
CANCELLATION POLICY: No refunds after April 24, 2021. As pilots, we can’t choose the weather when we crash. Therefore, the Club/Instructors will only reschedule the event due to unforeseen provincial COVID-19 regulations that would hinder our plans.
GUIDELINES
- Each participant is to bring their own survival kit.
- The kit is to weigh less than 20 pounds and be in a reasonably sized bag or container (keeping in mind, this is meant to go in a plane).
- The kit is to resemble what would be carried on a routine flight.
- You must be dressed for the conditions of the terrain you will be flying over, not your destination.
- All participants will follow the directions of the Instructors. They are there to ensure your safety.
- Participants are committed to staying for the duration of the event.
- Participants are to remain in their designated “crash site” that was pre-selected by the instructors.
- The Foothills Flying Club is not responsible for damage to, or loss of your personal property.
- The Foothills Flying Club will not be held liable for personal injury or death as a result of the event.
- Participants will be required to sign an online waiver after payment is collected.
COURSE STAFF: The course staff will be available during the exercise to provide direction. Each staff member will be on shifts throughout the night and will regularly check on individuals. If needed they will provide coaching to the participants. Should it be needed, the staff will remove an individual from the course if they are in a compromised position. Should you be removed from the exercise, comply with the directions of the staff. They are looking out for you! If you feel that you are in a compromising position, ask the instructors for help.
Want the most out of the Shakedown?
Remember: To make it real, we would need to lose a plane.
The exercise is designed to demonstrate to you what it would be like to rely on your survival kit in an overnight situation in a remote area.
We have a set start and end time! This puts you at a psychological advantage because you know the end is coming. Make yourself think past the end time, pretend that you’re stuck there for 3 days.
You are starting un-injured and well rested. It’s not uncommon to have broken arms, legs, and ribs after an unexpected landing. The reality of this exercise is dependent on you and how honest you want to be with yourself.
You may buy items to add to the kit you already have, so long as it is intended to remain in the kit post-exercise and was not bought for the purpose of the exercise. This is a great chance to see what works, what doesn’t, and what you need to add to your kit.
If you don’t have a kit, build one! Go to an outdoor outfitter and find the essentials to life preservation. Please avoid buying everything the store has to offer. Think about what would work, what has more than one purpose, what takes up less space for the same task, etc. If you don’t have one, don’t let it stop you from taking the Shakedown. This is exactly what we want! We are looking to improve the proficiency and confidence in Canadian aviators.
Don’t be a hero and know your limits. The exercise is meant to test you and your gear. Let yourself get a little hungry, maybe a little cold, but don’t let yourself get dehydrated or hypothermic. The staff will take everything into account and decide if the spot you find yourself in is recoverable or not. If you find yourself in a dangerous position, the staff will pull you from the course.
Remember: To make it real, we would need to lose a plane.
The exercise is designed to demonstrate to you what it would be like to rely on your survival kit in an overnight situation in a remote area.
We have a set start and end time! This puts you at a psychological advantage because you know the end is coming. Make yourself think past the end time, pretend that you’re stuck there for 3 days.
You are starting un-injured and well rested. It’s not uncommon to have broken arms, legs, and ribs after an unexpected landing. The reality of this exercise is dependent on you and how honest you want to be with yourself.
You may buy items to add to the kit you already have, so long as it is intended to remain in the kit post-exercise and was not bought for the purpose of the exercise. This is a great chance to see what works, what doesn’t, and what you need to add to your kit.
If you don’t have a kit, build one! Go to an outdoor outfitter and find the essentials to life preservation. Please avoid buying everything the store has to offer. Think about what would work, what has more than one purpose, what takes up less space for the same task, etc. If you don’t have one, don’t let it stop you from taking the Shakedown. This is exactly what we want! We are looking to improve the proficiency and confidence in Canadian aviators.
Don’t be a hero and know your limits. The exercise is meant to test you and your gear. Let yourself get a little hungry, maybe a little cold, but don’t let yourself get dehydrated or hypothermic. The staff will take everything into account and decide if the spot you find yourself in is recoverable or not. If you find yourself in a dangerous position, the staff will pull you from the course.