June 6, 2012 - Basic safety course on how to stay afloat after ditching an aircraft.
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In June 2012 H2O(2)_foundation started its first water safety workshop for GA pilots. Catered towards coastal flyers, island hoppers and instructors training over open waters the course should cover basic survival after going down in the water. Supported by FAA and United States Coast Guard the first group of pilots got a taste what it means to stay afloat in cold waters and to climb into a life raft (a big thank you to Winslow Life Raft for the training raft!).
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Tina Dittmar (co-founder of H2O(2)_foundation) is an American Red Cross Instructor Trainer, in three disciplines, First Aid, CPR/AED, Water Safety and Lifeguard Training. Tina Dittmar has been an Instructor Trainer (IT) for about 20 years.
William Pass (co-founder of H2O(2)_foundation) is a training captain, ferry pilot and corporate pilot for about 30 years. He is also a certified lifeguard and professional rescuer.