Hoe Bridge 25th Anniversary Ball

Posted by flysynergy on Jul 17, 2013 in Synergy News | Comments Off on Hoe Bridge 25th Anniversary Ball Synergy Aviation was pleased support Hoe Bridge school at their 25th Anniversary Ball this July. Fenella Leigh, Hoe Bridge School Social Committee, reported, 'It was a dazzling night filled with much laughter and dancing and some very serious bidding on our auction prizes. There was tremendous bidding for the flight voucher, which raised £300, and I fear a measure of disappointment from those who missed out on your prize.'  Hoe Bride was able to raise an amazing £18,640 for their two charities Link Able (www.linkleisure.org.uk) and Plan International (www.plan-international.org) through their recent fundraising activities. Synergy Aviation was pleased to help contribute to this amazing result and we look forward to welcoming the generous bidder at Fairoaks...
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Fun Day & Party Night – 13 July 2013

Posted by flysynergy on Jun 25, 2013 in Synergy News | 0 comments Join the party on Saturday 13th July! Friends and family all welcome come rain or shine. Be sure to book in advance for the spot landing competition, flight experiences and airport tours as spaces are limited. Reduced rates for the flying are: Spot Landing - 3 Circuits Cessna 152: £80 Piper PA28: £99 Experience Flights - 20 Minutes Cessna 152: £60 Piper PA28: £80 The evening party, complete with a licensed bar and live music will provide a great social atmosphere till late. We look forward to seeing you...
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New PPL Examinations

Posted by flysynergy on Jun 19, 2013 in Licencing | Comments Off on New PPL Examinations In order to comply with new legislation requirements under EASA, a new PPL theoretical examination syllabus is being introduced by the UK CAA and will take effect from 1 September 2013. Full details are available from IN-2013/061 and Standards Document 11 (v12) but a summary of the main points as applicable to current students are included below. There are two main differences between the old and new exam syllabus: Increase from seven to nine exams Introduction of ‘sittings’ Increase In Exams The two additional exams in the new syllabus arise from the current Aviation Law & Operational Procedures and Aircraft General & Principles of Flight each being split into two separate exams. A comparison is made below: Introduction of 'sittings' There will be maximum of 6 sittings available in order to complete all the required theoretical examinations. A sitting is defined as a maximum period of 10 consecutive days within which one or more exams can be taken. In addition to these requirements, all the theoretical exams must be completed within an 18 month period (counted from the end of the calendar month when the applicant first attempted an examination). Once they have been completed within this period, the passes will be valid for 24 months for the purpose of license issue. Transition Arrangements The majority of exam passes before the transition date on 1 September 2013 will carry over to the new syllabus. There are however some specific arrangements listed below. As a result of the increase in exams mentioned above, the following arrangements apply: A pass in the current Aviation Law exam will be valid for both the Air Law and Operational Procedures exams under the new syllabus. A pass in the current Aircraft General & Principles of Flight will be valid for both the Aircraft General Knowledge and Principles of Flight exams under the new syllabus. Under the new syllabus, the topic areas in Flight Performance & Planning and Navigation have moved between subjects. As a result the following arrangements apply: In the case of the two subjects Flight Performance & Planning and Navigation, a student will need to pass both subjects prior to 1 September 2013 in order to carry the passes over to the new syllabus. No credit will be given for a pass in one subject only. Students who have not passed both subjects by 1 September 2013 will have to sit both examinations to the new syllabus....
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Radiotelephony (RT Practical) Exam

Posted by flysynergy on Jun 19, 2013 in Synergy News | 0 comments Synergy Aviation, based at Fairoaks Airport in Surrey, is pleased to have recently received approval from the CAA for the conduct of practical radiotelephony examinations (RT Practical). Flight Centre Manager, Marcus Almeida, reports "it is great to now offer the complete range of ground and practical examinations in-house at Fairoaks. We are also excited to welcome the addition of our latest instructor, Harry Mills. Harry joins the team in response to increased demand following a month on month improvement in flying hours this year." Students looking to book their radiotelephony practical exam should contact the Flight Centre for further details. Tests are normally conducted on a Friday afternoon and evening at a charge of £110. Training in advanced of the exam is available from the instructors at the standard rate of £30/hr....
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William Ames – Duke of Edinburgh

Posted by flysynergy on May 20, 2013 in Synergy News | 0 comments We are pleased to have recently sponsored William Ames from Gordon's School, Woking. At the young age of just 14, William is currently undertaking his Gold DofE award and is fundraising for his upcoming trip to Norway. After telling us his story, we were so impressed by his commitment that we couldn't resist offering a 30 minute flight experience for his raffle - good luck William! William wrote to us after his raffle saying, "Synergy Aviation’s generous donation of a voucher for a flying lesson really kick-started my fundraising for my Gold Duke of Edinburgh award to Norway, kayaking and walking for 14 days. The voucher was raffled, raising me and few others a substantial amount of money towards our required total. Without the help of Synergy Aviation, I would be just scraping enough money for my expedition, now I am comfortable that I will make it financially. Not to mention a very lucky woman walked off with a trial flying lesson in her pocket! Thanks a lot...
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