Amanda Towner
Amanda Towner writes news articles for the Halldale Group’s website as well as CAT and MST Magazines. She studied English and Creative Writing at Stetson University, where she became a Sullivan Scholar for her work. Her writing covers several topics including journalism and storytelling, and is featured in several publications.
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VSTEP’s most recent development within its NAUTIS product line is the new portable simulator product, which was developed in cooperation with 360-Control. Simone Cherchi, one of VSTEP’s Master Mariners said: “The design of the setup was quite a challenge. It is crucial for us that the customer feels as though... 8 January 2019
Britten-Norman plans to expand its overseas training capabilities by signing a lease on new premises at Malta International Airport. Whilst training will be the primary focus, the company is also working closely with Transport Malta’s Civil Aviation Directorate to introduce other aviation-related services at the same site, including the establishment... 8 January 2019
Throughout 40 years, UFA’s engineers, subject matter experts and support staff have provided service to the Air Traffic training sector. Known for its flagship ATCoach and ATTower simulators, the company’s suite of products have grown to meet the changing needs of the industry. David Wolff, CEO of UFA says,“We have... 8 January 2019
VSTEP released its new control box for NAUTIS maritime simulators. The hardware solution includes high-quality ship-board control levers, an adaptive touch panel and a single cable connection. The new control box will assist VSTEP in providing training simulators that enhance customers’ overall training effectiveness. Continuous research and development and extensive... 8 January 2019
VSTEP partnered with Captain AI to be a part of the future of autonomous shipping. Captain AI co-founder and CEO Vincent Wegener explained the urge of this new technology: “Autonomous shipping will revolutionize the shipping and port related industries. Currently more than 75 percent of marine casualties are due to... 8 January 2019
Rapid technological advancements and a shift back to great power competition has created a higher demand for well-trained warfighters. The undergraduate combat systems officer schoolhouse at U.S. Naval Air Station Pensacola in Florida is changing to meet that demand. The new training plan is based on a mix of historic... 7 January 2019
Applications are now open for Skyborne Airline Academy with potential cadets invited to make 2019 the year they begin their pilot careers. The academy offers a series of courses including the EASA Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) as well as EASA Modular ATPL options. Lee Woodward, Chief Executive Officer... 7 January 2019
FSC Aviation Training will give a new direction into FSC’s Approved Training Organization with the influence and experience of Jan Groot. Groot will succeed Fred Dusoswa as Head of Training. Groot has 35 years of experience in military and civil aviation and a total of 19,500 flight hours. For most... 7 January 2019
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc. won a follow on task order by the U.S. Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD). Valued at $17 million, it was issued against a U.S. Foreign Military Sales sole-source, three-year, single award indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide training-related products... 7 January 2019
A joint surgical team comprised of three separate branches assembled at U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley in December to perform an operation. Consisting of a U.S. Navy surgeon, an Air Force nurse and an Army technician, the team was organized to perform a Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery to restore a... 4 January 2019
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