Latest News from Multiflight
Read all the latest news from Multiflight at Leeds Bradford International Airport.
Multiflight teenage student pilot flies solo before he can drive a car
After getting a flying lesson at Mutiflight from his parents as a 16th birthday present there has been no stopping teenager Jonny Lee.
Jonny, of Eldwick, near Bingley, flew solo before he could drive a car and gained his Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) two months before his 18th birthday.
Jonny has done all his flight training at the Multiflight Flight Training Centre at Leeds Bradford International Airport. He sat seven written exams and completed the course in a Robin HR200 light aircraft to gain his PPL.
He now aims to become a long-haul commercial airline pilot and will start his commercial flight training at Multiflight and Bristol Ground School next year.
Jonny says he likes the freedom of being up in the air and found his driving test harder than becoming a pilot.
“Flying is a great feeling and Multiflight offers excellent instructors and is a fun place to learn to fly,” he says.
A former Woodhouse Grove pupil, Jonny left school at 16 to pursue his ambition of becoming a commercial airline pilot. He got a job at La Stazione in Ilkley to fund his flying lessons.
He has completed cross-country flights to Durham and Humberside.
“My friends just don’t believe me when I tell them about my flying,” says Jonny.
Above: Picture shows teenage pilot Jonny Lee
Multiflight Boeing 737-300 available for private charter
27th July 2010
A Boeing 737-300 aircraft owned by Multiflight is now available for private charter.
The Boeing aircraft, which has been bought by Multiflight, can accommodate up to 48 passengers and has a 5.5 hour flight range. It is being managed and operated by GainJet Aviation, a leading global private aviation charter operator and management company. The Boeing 737-300 is on GainJet's Air Operator Certificate (AOC) but is based with Multiflight at Leeds Bradford International Airport.
The Multiflight Boeing 737-300 is the perfect choice for medium range travel, offering luxury and comfort. The aircraft, which was fully refurbished in 2009, features a spacious cabin that is divided into two sections. The front cabin offers 16 luxury club seats around Hi-Lo tables, while the rear cabin offers 32 luxury reclining seats.
If you interested in chartering the Multiflight Boeing 737-300, or would like more information about the aircraft, contact GainJet Aviation on +44 (0) 1843 822020, email sales@gainjet.com or visit www.gainjet.com.
GainJet is based in Athens, Greece, and the company has sales offices in the United Arab Emirates and in Manston, Kent.
Above: Multiflight Boeing 737-300 available for private charter
Multiflight buys Boeing 737-300 for VIP charter
Multiflight has bought a Boeing 737-300 VIP executive aircraft for charter.
Multiflight Charter Services has bought the aircraft with 48 seats and it will be managed and operated by GainJet Aviation. GainJet Aviation is a leading worldwide private aviation charter operator and management company. It has its headquarters in Athens, Greece, and sales offices in Manston, Kent, and the United Arab Emirates.
The aircraft, SX-MTF, which will be kept at Multiflight at Leeds Bradford International Airport, will be available for charter at competitive prices from July 1st, 2010.
The Boeing 737-300 executive aircraft is considered to be the most well balanced aircraft in its category.
The Multiflight aircraft was refurbished in 2009 and has been recreated into a luxurious and comfortable VIP aircraft. With its capability to accommodate 48 passengers and its 5.5 hour flight range, this VIP aircraft fulfils all medium range travel requirements.
The Multiflight aircraft joins GainJet Aviation’s large fleet of aircraft that is positioned throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
All charter enquiries for the Multiflight 737-300 VIP executive aircraft should be made to GainJet Aviation on +44 (0) 1843 822020, Email: sales@gainjet.com, or visit www.gainjet.com.
Great North Air Ambulance Service launches Dauphin helicopter bought from Multiflight
A Dauphin N2 helicopter supplied to the Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) charity by Multiflight has been launched in Newcastle.
The helicopter, the first of two Dauphin N2 helicopters that Multiflight has supplied to the charity, flew in over the Tyne and landed on Gateshead’s Quayside for the launch event. Representatives from GNAAS, Multiflight and the media were among those present to greet the helicopter as it landed.
Grahame Pickering, Chief Executive of GNAAS, shakes hands with Steve Borrowdale, Multiflight’s Managing Director.
The new life-saving aircraft, which is painted in its official GNAAS livery and is kitted out with state-of-the-art life-saving equipment, will be known as the ‘Guardian of the North’.
The Eurocopter AS 365N2 Dauphin helicopter belonged to Multiflight’s fleet of charter helicopters. The company, which specialises in buying and selling aircraft, maintained and operated the Dauphin for a private individual under its Air Operators Certificate.
The new GNAAS helicopter with, left to right: John Smith, Teesside HEMS Unit Chief Pilot; Mark Griffiths, Multiflight’s Chief Helicopter Pilot; Steve Borrowdale, Multiflight’s Managing Director; Grahame Pickering, Chief Executive of GNAAS; Simon O’Rourke, Multiflight’s Chief Engineer (Rotary); Miles Beecham, Multiflight’s Finance Director, and Dave Layton, Multiflight’s Engineering Customer Liaison.
The helicopter will serve the communities across the North West of England, North Yorkshire and Cumbria.
Steve Borrowdale, Multiflight’s Managing Director, said Multiflight was delighted to have been chosen to help and support GNAAS with buying two helicopters, as well as the management and crewing of both aircraft.
“The newly-launched helicopter will be a great asset to the valuable service that the charity provides,” he said.
The helicopter flying in over the Tyne.
New pilot JJ
Former Army helicopter pilot John Smith has been employed by Multiflight as the Unit Chief Pilot for the Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS).
“I am delighted to be flying for the Great North Air Ambulance Service and to be working for Multiflight,” says pilot John, known as JJ.
JJ joined the Army at the age of 17. He was in the Army for 22 years: 10 years as a helicopter pilot, flying Gazelle and Apache helicopters.
On leaving the Army, he got a job as a helicopter pilot with the Medical Aviation Services flying air ambulances in the North of England, including for the GNAAS.
He is now Teesside HEMS Unit Chief Pilot, employed by Multiflight: a post he is relishing.
“The GNAAS provides a tremendous service across the North East, North Yorkshire and Cumbria and it’s great to be part of it and to help people in this region,” says JJ.
Michael Owen gives support
The Dauphin N2 helicopter supplied to the Great Northern Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) charity by Multiflight was previously owned by England and Manchester footballer Michael Owen.
Commenting on the GNAAS's new helicopter, Michael Owen said: "This is definitely a charity that deserves our support, and I am really delighted that the helicopter is now providing such a valuable service for the North East, North Yorkshire and Cumbria."
206L4 converted to UK reg
Multiflight has converted a Bell 206L4 helicopter with an American registration to a UK registration for a client.
New taxiway lighting system
Work is to start on taxiway Lima to allow low visibility operations.
Multiflight and Leeds Bradford International Airport have appointed Halcrow to design the new lighting system. Works are planned that will bring the Lima taxiway up to CAP 168 Aeronautical Ground Lighting requirements for full CAT II and III capability.
This new scheme will include illuminated edge and centre line lighting of the west apron. The Lima taxiway will have lead on, lead off switchable lighting.
“This system will enhance safety, lift the current low visibility restrictions and increase availability for low visibility operations,” says Steve Borrowdale, Multiflight’s Managing Director.
Miss Leeds reveals EuroMillions jackpot at Multiflight
Miss Leeds (Vicki Bailey) visited Multiflight to reveal a bumper EuroMillions jackpot of an estimated £86 million.
Vicki was at Multiflight on May 12 to remind people to buy their EuroMillions ticket to be in with a chance to win the big prize on May 14. She posed for publicity pictures with a VIP Dauphin helicopter, one of Multiflight's charter fleet.
Multiflight has bought a Citation Excel aircraft.
The aircraft, which was sourced by Multiflight, came from Sweden and has been converted to UK JAR EU OPS. It is currently being operated privately by Multiflight and crewed and maintained by the company.
The Citation Excel combines a shortened Citation X cabin with a modified Citation V wing. It is equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW545A engines that have Nordam thrust reversers and a Honeywell Primus 1000 EFIS avionics package.
With a range of about 1,800 NM, the aircraft can carry nine passengers.
It is fitted with onboard entertainment TV and sound systems as well as a sat phone. It also has separate toilet and wash basin facilities.
Pictures show the Citation Excel aircraft.
Scout Group enjoys Multiflight tour
The 14th Airedale Scout Group from Guiseley Methodist Church enjoyed a tour of the Multiflight private aviation facility at Leeds Bradford International Airport.
The youngsters were delighted at the opportunity to look round the hangars and see the aircraft close up.
“Our thanks go to Multiflight for the tour,” said Scout Leader Nigel Batty, adding: “Everyone really enjoyed it: it now seems we have a number of budding engineers and pilots among our Scouts.”
Michael Bundey, Multiflight’s Chief Engineer Fixed Wing, said: “The Scout Group had a fabulous time: the youngsters were filled with enthusiasm and asked questions all the time. A number of the group expressed real interest in a future in aviation which is great.”
Congratulations David and Sarah!
Our congratulations go to Multiflight’s Stores Supervisor David Germaine and his partner Sarah on the birth of their son Charlie.
Charlie Arthur William was born on March 7th weighing in at 7lbs 13oz.
Congratulations also go to Multiflight Accountant Linda Jackson, as this makes her a very proud Grandma!
Students Celebrate!
Flight Training Centre students are celebrating IR, CPL and PPL passes. Our congratulations go to them all:
IR: Joe Edge, Erik Olsen, Jason McCann, Alan Parker, Ian Percival
CPL: Joe Edge, Erik Olsen
PPL: John Earnshaw, Ben Asquith, Jordan Worth, Sipan Osman, David Dawson
Any news?
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