Name: Flying Into Truckee What Every Pilot Should Know
Start: 2025-05-31
End: 2025-05-31
Location: KSQL - San Carlos

05/31

Saturday May 31, 2025

12:00 PM - 02:00 PM

KSQL - San Carlos

Flying Into Truckee What Every Pilot Should Know

Truckee Tahoe Airport (KTRK) serves as a breathtaking gateway to the Lake Tahoe region, offering stunning aerial views just minutes away. However, flying into Truckee presents unique challenges. Nestled in the mountainous terrain at high elevation, the airport is subject to rapidly changing weather conditions that can catch even experienced pilots off guard. For those unfamiliar with its environment, thorough preparation is essential. San Carlos Flight Center welcomes David Van Quest, Pilot Outreach Coordinator at Truckee Tahoe Airport, for an in-depth discussion tailored to pilots planning flights in the area. David will cover key topics including local terrain considerations, preferred arrival and departure routes, tower operations, and vital noise abatement procedures. As Truckee-Tahoe is a noise-sensitive airport with specific curfews, understanding these guidelines is critical for all visiting pilots.

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