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FIRST TIME AERO ASIA TRY THE LANCASTER

CHALLENGE
esse Friedrichshafen and Zhu-
Mhai Airshow Co have co-oper-
ated to create a new and leading business
and general aviation show for China and

Southeast Asia - AERO Asia.
The show has been supported by the Asian

Business Aviation Association (AsBAA). This

means with AERO ASIA Zhuhai, the province
of Guangdong will now have a second avia-

tion show besides Airshow China. The event
will take place in alternating years with the

first AERO ASIA to be held on 28-31 October
2021 at Zhuhai international air show centre.

"This show is different from Airshow
China in market positioning. AERO ASIA is

a new and perfect compliment to our avia-

tion show portfolio, a matchmaker that will over 40 years of experience. On the other is a perfect hub for Southeast Asia.”

serve the booming general aviation indus- hand, Airshow China is China’s biggest air This statement is underlined by the sup-
tries in China and Asia as a whole,” said Sun show with a history of 12 sessions since port of AsBAA - the Asian Business Aviation

Jiefeng, chairman of Zhuhai Airshow Co. 1996 and is a leading air show in the world. Association. "With AERO ASIA being an air

"The co-operation underlines the "The step is a further milestone of our AERO show that truly focuses on general aviation,

worldwide high estimated reputation of family. After AERO South Africa in 2019 we we are convinced that it will offer our mem-

our brand and our extensive experience in have now expanded the brand to China - the bers new and exciting business opportuni-

this sector” said Klaus Wellmann, CEO of most interesting general aviation market for ties,” said Jeff Chiang, COO of AsBAA.

Messe Friedrichshafen. the future,” said Roland Bosch, head of AERO. AERO ASIA will bring together the entire

AERO ASIA has a clear strategic objective: "We are happy to co-operate with the general aviation world. It is aimed at moti-

to become the leading business and general highly experienced Zhuhai team,” said vated buyers actively seeking to purchase

aviation show for China and Southeast Asia. Ludwig Meier, chairman of Messe Fried- the latest technology along with key decision participating in the Lancaster Challenge The Armed Forces Community are also

For this purpose, the two most successful richshafen Shanghai, who co-ordinates all makers from across the industry. Organised and we hope families, participants from our showing their support for the challenge

and experienced shows came together: company activities for China. to the highest standards, it will offer the he Royal Air Force Museum is strid- previous challenge events, along with our with more than 400 Armed Forces Person-
AERO and Airshow China. AERO, organised "The location and the infrastructure are greatest added value for all stakeholders. Ting into the New Year with a brand- friends in the RAF and partner organisations nel already taking part.

in Friedrichshafen, Germany, is the world’s perfect for an aviation show and Zhuhai is For more information go to http://www. new virtual challenge, where participants will join us. Support from our Challengers Participants can stay connected and

leading general aviation business show with well-known in the industry. Additionally, it aero-asia.com to find out more details. Q can join the race and received a medal. enables us to keep the doors of our Muse- make new friends as they complete the

Choose whether you want to complete ums open for all generations to enjoy.” Challenge by joining the RAF Museum
80, 150 or even 500 kilometres and do it RAF museum London public events manag- Virtual Running Group on Facebook. Meet
NEWS all online. er, Ella Hewitt said, “The Lancaster Challenge other Challengers, share your progress and

While registrations have already opened was due to start on the 2 March, 79 years ask fellow participants for advice. However

on 9 January 2021 - exactly 80 years since since the Lancaster’s first mission with the you choose to complete the challenge, the
GROWTH IN MALTA the first test flight of the Avro Lancaster RAF, but we want to keep people motivated Museum would love to hear from you! Tag

@rafmuseum in your photos on Facebook,
and moving in lockdown, so you can begin

– participants can complete the challenge

from anywhere in the world. the challenge as soon as you sign up. Twitter and Instagram or with #Lancaster-
Walk off the Christmas calories, get out- “This year’s bespoke medal design Challenge2021.

advise on FSTD national approvals and service to the Maltese aviation industry doors, run, hike, swim, cycle or row your features the Lancaster, arguably the most Limited edition Lancaster Challenge

make recommendations on applying and the two million-plus tourists from way to the finish line. famous, and certainly the most successful T-shirts are also available to purchase when

AA International (CAAi), the EASA standards. CAAi has also been across the world that typically visit the Participants will have access to a down- heavy bomber operated by the RAF during registering online. The souvenir T-shirts

Ctechnical co-operati on arm assigned to carry out a training needs beautiful islands of Malta each year.” loadable log sheet to record their distance the Second World War. cost £14.00 and will be delivered with your

of the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UK analysis of FSTD inspectorate staff Captain Charles Pace, director general and then receive an exclusive, Lancaster With an impressive performance and ex- medal following the end of the challenge.

CAA), has been awarded an extensive and roll out a series of professional for Civil Aviation in Malta said that the Challenge medal when the competition cellent flying characteristics, the Lancaster Consider fundraising for the RAF Museum

framework contract to deliver flight development training programmes to agreement would allow the Civil Avia- closes on 17 May – co-inciding with the soon established its superiority over its and pledge to raise £80 and receive your

support the sustainable growth and

simulator training device (FSTD) evalu- development of Transport Malta’s FSTD tion Directorate within Transport Malta anniversary of ‘Operation Chastise’ or as rivals. Indeed, it was described by Marshal souvenir Lancaster Challenge t-shirt for

ations and training services to the Civil regulatory competencies. to increase efficiency by adding to their the Dambusters Raid. of the RAF, Sir Arthur Harris, command- free, delivered with your medal at the end

team, the years of experience and ex-
Aviation Directorate of Transport Malta. Maria Rueda, CAAi managing director pertise of the UK CAAi inspectors. RAF museum CEO Maggie Appleton said, er-in-chief of bomber command, as ‘the of the challenge.

greatest single factor in winning the war’.

The two-year contract will provide said, “We are delighted to announce the “We are absolutely delighted with the “During these difficult times, looking after Starting your fundraising could not be

The Lancaster on display at RAF Museum
Transport Malta with access to a wider first of several new strategic partnerships agreement and are eager to work hand our mental and physical health is important London, known as S for ‘Sugar’ has a dis- simpler, select the sponsorship option

when signing up online and head to our
range of regulatory capabilities to with our regulatory counterparts in the in hand on various projects in a spirit of for us all. Key to planning our recovery tinguished operational record having flown Lancaster Challenge JustGiving page. Once

support the rapid growth in Malta’s European Union. As Malta’s civil aviation cooperation and collaboration. There during the next few weeks and months is you have set up your JustGiving page, our

international aircraft register. sector continues to grow exponentially, has always been a very good relation- that we concentrate more than ever on 139 missions during the Second World War. team will be in touch with some handy tips

Under the agreement, CAAi will assist we look forward to working with Trans- ship with our UK counterparts, and we looking after ourselves and each other and Within the first 48 hours of registrations to kick start your fundraising.

Transport Malta with the evaluation of port Malta to enhance its FSTD regulatory are confident that the agreement will that is why we are encouraging all our staff opening, more than 1,850 people signed up to

To register visit rafmuseum.org. Entry

Maltese Flight Simulator Training Devices. capability. Together, we are fully commit- be extremely beneficial to both par- to take time-out of their day, while working participate. Entries have been received from costs £20 per person, additional booking

across the globe, including Australia, New Zea-

Regulators from the UK CAA will ted to delivering a first-class regulatory ties,” he said. Q from home, to get outdoors and enjoy land, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Canada, and postage charges apply for overseas

some daily exercise.

“Our staff will be leading the way by America, Singapore and Thailand. participants. Q

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