This 1 and a half hour pilot/controller forum will include representatives from local flight schools, the KCHD Air Traffic Control Tower, and the FAA Safety Team.

The forum will serve as an opportunity to discuss safety concerns and tackle common mistakes. Pilots of all experience levels are encouraged to attend.

Please bring questions for an open Q&A session with Tower Representatives

This meeting is in person and has limited seating; register in advance!

**Runway Safety & Pilot Controller Forum at Chandler Airport**  

Join us for a one-and-a-half-hour interactive discussion tailored for all users of the South Valley airspace surrounding Chandler Airport. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with Air Traffic Manager Bill Banakos from Chandler Tower and gain valuable insights into air traffic operations and runway safety presented by Samir Kanuga (FAAST Team Lead Representative specializing in runway safety).  

Have you ever wondered what controllers really mean when they say “Hold Short” or “Stand By”?  Curious about the best practices for navigating the South Valley VFR corridors or obtaining instrument approaches efficiently?  Want to clarify what to do when you're cleared to land but there’s still an aircraft on the runway?  

This forum is your chance to ask these questions and more.  Designed to foster better communication and understanding between pilots and air traffic controllers, this session aims to enhance safety, reduce common errors, and ensure smooth operations in the Chandler airspace.  

**Pilots of all experience levels are welcome.** Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your skills, clarify procedures, and connect with your local air traffic team.