Offshore Wind Blade Testing and Inspection Workshop
Price
Duration
$1,250
1-Day
Dates
September 15, 2026
Format
Course Status
In-Person
WTTC, MA
Open
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Offshore Wind Blade Testing and Inspection Workshop
Wind turbine blades are at the heart of offshore wind performance and among the most challenging components to inspect, maintain, and repair. This in-person workshop bridges the gap between operations and maintenance (O&M) and the science of blade testing, giving participants a rare, hands-on opportunity to engage directly with full-scale offshore wind blades at the Wind Technology Testing Center (WTTC), North America’s only blade testing facility.
Through expert-led sessions and guided tours, participants will gain critical insights into the certification, inspection, and repair practices that keep offshore wind turbines operating safely and efficiently. Beyond the classroom, you’ll experience the sheer scale of utility-scale blades up close, making the challenges of inspection and O&M tangible in a way no textbook or online course can replicate.
What You Will Learn
The role of international standards (IEC/IECRE) in ensuring blade safety and performance
Contact and non-contact blade inspection methods including visual, tap testing, IR, ultrasonic, and acoustic
Typical inspection findings and what they mean for long-term O&M planning
Repair pathways from up-tower fixes to full blade replacements
The role blade testing facilities play in the wind industry
Practical lessons through case studies, interactive sessions, and a guided WTTC tour
Who Should Attend
This workshop is ideal for anyone who wants to strengthen their technical knowledge of blade reliability and inspection practices and understand how blade testing informs offshore wind lifecycle management.
O&M Professionals
Wind Farm Operators
️ Maintenance Personnel
Engineers
Inspectors
Industry Stakeholders
Anyone seeking exclusive WTTC access
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Why Attend?
See and interact with real offshore wind blades at North America's premier testing facility
Learn how blade testing connects directly to O&M decisions - from certification standards to repair strategies
Build a practical understanding of inspection methods, common failure modes, and repair options that directly impact asset reliability
Walk away with a certificate of completion and a deeper appreciation for how blade inspection drives operational decision-making and cost efficiency
Unique Value
Unlike any other training, this workshop offers a firsthand look at blades under test, helping participants connect what they learn in theory to the real challenges faced in offshore wind operations and maintenance.
Course Objectives
1
Understand the role that blade testing facilities have in the wind industry
2
Understand the main certification bodies associated with blades and what role they play
3
Be able to explain what IEC 61400 -1, -5, -23 are and their significance
4
Understand the methods of inspection both internal and external
5
Name the possible findings and some repair solutions
6
Name the repair options (factory/field/up-tower/removal) and the pros and cons of each option
Course Curriculum
The course outline is subject to change. A detailed agenda will be shared after enrollment.
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The Offshore Wind Blade Testing and Inspection Workshop was very informative. Having the ability to see the scale and size of these blades in person allows one to put the inspecting process into perspective. Knowing what's possible when it comes to inspecting blades will give one a better understanding of the decisions made during operations and management of wind turbines.
Baker P.
Lead Engineer – Testing, GE Vernova
Course Completion Certificate
Upon completing at least 50% of the course and achieving a minimum passing score of 50% on a post-course assessment, participants will receive a course certificate valid for three years. This certificate verifies that the essential learning outcomes of the course have been met.
Meet Your Instructor
George Blagdon
Engineering Director, Wind Technology Testing Center (WTTC)
George is the Engineering Director at the Wind Technology Testing Center and has been active in wind turbine blade testing for over 12 years. He has led the transition to testing ultra-long blades and acts as an expert technical assessor within the IECRE accreditation scheme, spending time in test facilities worldwide. He participates on the maintenance team for the IEC 61400-23 specification and is passionate about early STEM education, having hosted hundreds of high school students at the facility. George holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from UMass Dartmouth and an MBA from UMass Boston.
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