Free Webinar Series Dedicated to Reducing Loss of Control Inflight Risks

The Upset Prevention and Recovery Training Association International (UPRTA) is launching a webinar series dedicated to mitigating Loss of Control Inflight (LOC-I) risks.

On a quarterly basis, UPRTA International will host expert speakers, provide practical insights, and facilitate interactive discussions focused on strategies to prevent LOC-I incidents. These webinars offer the opportunity to engage with industry specialists and explore innovative approaches to safety, according to UPRTA International officials.

All webinars are free.

The 2026 lineup includes:

• June 17, 2026: UPRTA’s Unified Upset Recovery Strategy: Experts will present UPRTA’s Unified Upset Recovery Strategy, which establishes a common approach by comparing guidance from the FAA, ICAO, IATA, and various OEMs.
• Aug. 25, 2026: UPRTA International’s Accreditation Standard: UPRTA International will soon launch its new accreditation standard for training providers and operators, offering a framework for world-class UPRT programs. Leadership will explain the impact on pilots, training providers, and operators.
• Nov. 17, 2026: UPRT Safety Summit for Pilots Worldwide is a one-day virtual event where aviation experts present best practices, strategies, and the association’s vision to eliminate LOC-I risks. This year’s agenda includes analysis of past LOC-I incidents, lessons learned, and updates from each UPRTA International team lead.

“The aviation industry has made important progress establishing regulatory foundations for upset prevention and recovery training,” said UPRTA International President Paul “BJ” Ransbury. “Those standards provide the minimum framework from which the industry can continue building more effective, operationally meaningful approaches to reducing Loss of Control In-flight risk.”

“The next phase of progress is advancing UPRT provider quality, effectiveness, and implementation standards that strengthen pilot readiness and improve safety outcomes worldwide,” he continued. “This webinar series is intended to bring the global UPRT community together around practical guidance, shared operational experience, and collaborative strategies that continue raising the standard of aviation safety.”

For more information: UPRTA.org