November 2009 Archives
On 26th of November 2009 the MAC SA State Rescue Helicopters and associated services, police, ambulance etc. were put on display at the Torrens Parade Grounds in Adelaide. Two helicopters were present of the three, a Bell 412 and an EC130.
Ambulance and Paramedics put on a road accident rescue display for all to see how the services relate and operate together. This allowed a significant photo opportunity for 5DME. You can read the news on our main page and there will be a 5DME Stories page added soon. There will be links and related documents to download for your interest.
See the 5DME web site for more details.
Come and learn about the South Australian State Rescue Helicopter Service during Public Sector Week 2009!
The “MAC (Motor Accident Commission) Rescue Helicopter Service” is a shared-user helicopter service utilised by four emergency service agencies in providing critical support to the South Australian community.
From emergency medical retrievals to search and rescue operations, high speedcriminal pursuits, and bushfire management operations, the helicopters provide a flexible and effective service which ultimately helps save lives.
Join SA Health (MedSTAR Emergency Medical Retrieval Service), SA AmbulanceService, and SA Police as they demonstrate their roles in responding to an emergency situation and describe the tasks they undertake with the aircraft.
Opportunity to see the helicopters up close and personal.
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Sessions: |
Thu Nov 26, 2pm-4pm |
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Duration: |
2 hours |
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Venue: |
Torrens Parade Ground (corner of King William St and Victoria Drive, Adelaide) |
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Bookings: |
Not Required |
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Facilities: |
Disability Access |
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Conditions: |
Hat/sun protective gear recommended. Also note if the helicopters are required for real life emergencies, they may not be available for the event, however user agency staff will still be available for questions. |
During November 2009 VH-EWP (Fokker Friendship 500) will be returning to Adelaide. After a week long visit to have the Navy LADS gear removed in September, VH-EWP is now having the survey gear from the Dash 8 installed. As you will remember, the Navy gear is going into the Dash 8 (VH-LCL).
5DME will keep posting news about these aircraft as it comes to hand.
NOTE: Expected arrival YPAD 9th November.
The South Australian Aviation Museum (SAAM) will be holding a Spitfire Open Day on Sunday the 15th of November 2009.
The cockpit will be open for viewing and photographs. At 10.30am there will be a commentary on the items on display and the unique features of the Spitfire.
Sausage Sizzle - Tea, Coffee, Drinks will be available for purchase 11.30am till 1.30pm
Visit www.saam.org.au for details.
This Sunday 8th November is National Fun Flight Day. Locally, the Aldinga Aero Club is providing pilots and aircraft in conjuction with Goolwa Aerodrome for children from various charities to have a flight. You can learn more at www.aldingaaeroclub.org.au or www.funflight.org
