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Australian Aviation Training Organisation named as finalist in aviation awards

The LifeFlight Training Academy has been announced as a finalist for a major aviation industry award, recognising the team for their leadership and innovation in the training field.

The Training Academy has been named as one of four finalists in the ‘Outstanding Leadership in Training’ category, in the 2022 Aviation/Aerospace Australia Airspace Awards.

Each year 1500 aeromedical professionals are upskilled at the LifeFlight Training Academy (LTA), so they can perform life-saving treatment to people in need.

The LTA is located within a purpose-built training facility situated in the heart of the Brisbane International Airport precinct on Australia’s east coast, offering simulations that teach aeromedical professionals to fly, winch and treat a patient on board an aircraft.

The Thales LifeFlight Simulation Centre, featuring a Thales Reality H AW139 helicopter Full Flight Simulator, is one of them and is the most advanced simulator of its type in the region, providing a customer-focused environment for flight simulation based training.

LTA trainees can also learn aircrew and rescue crew duties, including how to winch using the virtual reality crew simulator, which can be adjusted to model either an AW139 or Bell 412 helicopter.

Crew members carry out winch missions played through a virtual reality helmet, combined with the physical elements built into the simulator – such as harnesses, the winch wire and winch controller pendant.

For doctors, nurses and paramedics, the Academy also offers a state-of-the-art Medical Training Simulator to practise saving lives from a helicopter.

Instructors can set up emergency scenarios, recreating high pressure situations medical staff could face in the air, with the trainees “treating” lifelike mannequins, as the sound of real helicopters roar through the cabin.

“Our training is always fresh from the field as we collaborate with our active RACQ LifeFlight Rescue crews,” said LifeFlight Training Academy General Manager Peter Elliott.

“What we learn in real emergencies one week, we are training in the LifeFlight Training Academy the next.

“This allows our trainees to be ready for anything, and successful in their many endeavours in the aviation industry.”

LifeFlight Australia has taken its training one step further with its First Minutes Matter program, in partnership with Shine Lawyers.

First Minutes Matter Trauma Training is a free community safety education program offered online and in-person by LifeFlight’s experienced aeromedical team, teaching the skills of basic life support.

The in-person workshops are already being hailed a huge success, with over 2000 Queenslanders now better equipped to help in the event of an emergency, following the program’s launch in late 2021.

“It’s important to us that high quality training can be accessed by both our internal crews and external clients,” said LifeFlight Australia CEO Ashley van de Velde.

“We are very proud to be recognised by our industry peers at Aviation Aerospace Australia.”

Winners for the A22 Airspace Awards will be announced on Thursday 7 April.

Source: LifeFlight Press Release

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Lufthansa Aviation Training whitepaper: ‘How level 2 FTDs Change the Future of Pilot Training’

In the fall of 2021, LAT hosted a forum of first-rate experts to offer an opportunity for the exchange of experiences with deploying new training devices – specifically level 2 FTDs – and to take a look ahead into the future of pilot training. The new EASA regulations offer a host of opportunities – and pose just as many questions: Are the training results “equivalent” to those on full-flight simulators? What are the cost savings that resulted from this training (on a level 2 FTD) during the first months for Austrian Airlines? Where does it make sense to deploy new training devices, and where less so? What does pilot training look like in 2030? LAT has compiled the findings of the ninety-minute discussion among the aerospace experts in a whitepaper.

You may access the Whitepaper document here.

Source: Texts from Lufthansa Aviation Training (LAT)

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DHL Express Places New Order for Six Additional 777 Freighters

DHL Express and Boeing, on March 08, announced that the world-leading express service provider has placed an order for six additional 777 Freighters. The purchase takes DHL Express’ order book total to 28 777 Freighters since it placed its first direct order in 2018 for today’s largest and most capable twin-engine freighter.

“With the order of six new, large widebody freighter aircraft, we continue to invest in our future and further enhance the capability and reach of our global air network. The Boeing 777 Freighter is the most fuel-efficient aircraft in its class and will connect DHL’s global hubs in Cincinnati, Leipzig and Hong Kong as well as serving other key markets,” said Geoff Kehr, senior vice president, Global Air Fleet Management, DHL Express. “We are committed to providing the highest quality and efficient services to our customers while at the same time lowering our carbon emissions by modernizing our fleet with the most efficient aircraft type available. The new aircraft will significantly contribute to our aspiration to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions to under 29 million tons by 2030.”

The 777 Freighter improves fuel efficiency and reduces CO2 emissions by 17% compared to legacy airplanes. DHL Express has taken delivery of 15 777 Freighters to date.

“DHL Express’ continued confidence in the 777 Freighter is testament to the airplane’s outstanding capabilities in supporting global cargo demand,” said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing’s senior vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing. “The 777 Freighter’s unmatched operating efficiency is enabling DHL to meet its sustainability commitments by reducing carbon emissions and contributing to its overall goal of net zero emissions by 2050.”

The 777 Freighter is Boeing’s best-selling freighter of all time. Customers from around the world have ordered more than 300 777 Freighters since the program began in 2005.

Source: Boeing Press Release

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Cadet Bonus Program Offers Aspiring Aviators the Opportunity to Earn $15,000

Envoy Air Inc., the largest wholly owned regional airline subsidiary of American Airlines Group Inc, continues its growth momentum this year as it offers up to $15,000 in bonuses to aspiring aviators who join the Envoy Cadet Program.

With the recent announcement that Envoy will operate three new Embraer E175 aircraft for American, the company’s E175 fleet will grow to over 100 aircraft, with deliveries to be completed by the end of 2022. This growth represents a great opportunity for aspiring pilots to join Envoy and the growing network of American’s largest regional carrier.

As a result of this growth, Envoy is launching an attractive program for existing and new cadets to earn $15,000 in bonuses, earn money while building flight hours, receive an on-boarding bonus, industry-leading training, comprehensive benefits, and free travel. Collectively this new bonus, combined with Envoy’s existing First Officer bonus structure, creates an overall incentive package of $30,000 for joining Envoy as a cadet.

“We’re building upon the strengths of our industry-leading Cadet Program and delivering more value to future pilots with this new bonus structure,” said Capt. Ric Wilson, Envoy’s Vice President of Flight Operations. “It is no secret that we hire the best of the best, and this program will allow us to continue offering the most promising future pilots a golden opportunity to make a smooth transition from the classroom to the flight deck of an Envoy regional jet, with a defined path to fly for American Airlines.”

Envoy promises endless opportunities for pilots to develop their careers and an expanded flight network for a regional airline. In addition to the new E175s that will be added to the fleet, late last year, Envoy operated its first flight from Miami (MIA), its largest regional hub, to South America with E175 service to San Andrés, Colombia (ADZ). Envoy also added MIA service to Chetumal, Mexico (CTM), Dominica (DOM), and Anguilla (AXA). The expansion has continued this year with new service from Austin, Texas (AUS), to Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ), and Cozumel, Mexico (CZM). In addition to an attractive bonus, cadets will also have an opportunity to explore new destinations as part of their journey.

Close to 40 leading universities and flight schools have partnered with Envoy’s Cadet Program, including: ATP Flight School, Auburn University, Bridgewater State University, CAE, Coast Flight Training, Cochise College, Cornerstone Aviation, CTI Professional Flight Training, Delaware State University, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott, Florida Institute of Technology, Heritage Flight Academy, Illinois Aviation Academy, L3Harris Flight School, LeTourneau University, Liberty University, McAir Aviation, Northwestern Michigan, Ohio State University, Oklahoma State University, Purdue University, Sky Warrior, Skyborne Aviation, Southeastern Oklahoma State, Southern Illinois University, Thrust Flight, University of Central Missouri, University of Dubuque, University of Nebraska Omaha, University of North Dakota, University of Oklahoma, US Aviation Academy, Utah State University, Utah Valley University and Western Michigan University.

Envoy is currently hiring an average of 30 pilots per month, and eventual flow through to American is guaranteed with no additional interview required. With crew bases located in Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago and Miami, Envoy pilots enjoy the ease of commuting, an extensive flight network and worldwide travel.

Source: Envoy Air Press Release

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