Droneit Supports Air Race

Droneit Instructor Gary Thomas To Compete at SFC Air Race

Who is Gary Thomas?

BAE SYSTEMS in Tamworth, NSW has had the privilege of employing Gary Thomas (GT) who was instrumental in providing military flight training for 23 years. GT had the opportunity to work at both the ADF Army Det A and the ADF Basic Flight Training School (BFTS) in his years of service.

Apart from military flight training, GT was also involved with the ADF Pilot Selection Agency, serving as a Flight Screening program Instructor. During his time at BAE SYSTEMS, GT trained many foreign nationals, providing conversion training to Australian Commercial Licence standards, with both Instrument and instructor ratings. In addition, GT also trained foreign nationals for overseas defence force contracts, which include the Royal Brunei and PNG defence forces.

GT's duties have been extensive and include Ab-initio student pilot training, ADF Army Intermediate Pilot Course (fixed-wing), Grade One Flight Instructor (M/E) Fixed–wing, CIR (S/E) L/L Aero, and FORM. Over the course of his tenure at BAE SYSTEMS, the instructor was responsible for ensuring that students receive comprehensive training that adequately prepared them for their respective roles.

In conclusion, when GT was at BAE SYSTEMS in Tamworth he was an integral part of the company, providing military flight training, and training foreign nationals to Australian Commercial Licence standards for over two decades. His expertise has been invaluable to the ADF Pilot Selection Agency, foreign nationals, and students who have undergone their training at the Basic Flight Training School.

Droneit is proud (and lucky) to have him as an RPAS trainer.

What is the SFC Air Race?

The SFC Air Race is a six-day navigational time trial that takes place in Outback Australia. The event brings together teams of pilots from all over the world to compete in a challenge that is both exciting and meaningful. The goal of the SFC Air Race is to raise $20,000 for Angel Flight Australia, a charity that provides free non-emergency flights to people in rural and remote areas of Australia who need access to specialist medical treatment.

Gary's team Wallaby Airlines has so far raised $2,395 towards the $20,000 target and is leading the race so far with the highest amount of donations. If you can spare just $1 or $5 and would like to support Gary raise funds for such a great cause please click here.

SFC's Commitment - SFC will match $1 for $1 for any donation above $750, maximum matched donation of up to $250 for each individual participating in the SFC Air Race. This is a very generous donation by SFC.

Who Is Angel Flight?

Angel Flight Australia is a lifesaving charity that operates flights throughout Australia, providing a vital link between remote communities and the medical care they need. Without these flights, many people in rural and remote areas would not have access to the specialist medical care they need, simply because they live too far away from the city. Angel Flight Australia coordinates these flights, ensuring that people in need can access medical care that would otherwise be unavailable.

The SFC Air Race is an exciting challenge that brings together teams of pilots from around the world. Over the course of six days, these teams will navigate their way through the Australian outback, racing against each other to be the first to complete the course. The race is a test of skill and endurance, requiring pilots to navigate through some of the most challenging terrain in Australia.

The race is not just about competition, however. It is also about raising awareness of the work that Angel Flight Australia does and raising funds to support their efforts. The $20,000 raised by the SFC Air Race will go towards funding 125 life-saving Angel Flights, providing vital medical care to people in need.

The SFC Air Race is a unique event that combines the thrill of competition with the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people in rural and remote areas of Australia. By supporting Angel Flight Australia, the race is helping to ensure that people in need can access the medical care they need, regardless of where they live.

In conclusion, the SFC Air Race is an exciting challenge that is making a real difference in the lives of people in rural and remote areas of Australia. By raising funds for Angel Flight Australia, the race is helping to ensure that people in need can access the medical care they need, regardless of where they live. So, if you're a pilot or an aviation enthusiast, why not get involved in the SFC Air Race and help make a difference?