CAREFLIGHT HEMS ACADEMY

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1 CAREFLIGHT HEMS ACADEMY Providing complete training solutions for the HEMS Industry Featuring the

2 CAREFLIGHT HEMS ACADEMY Since 1993, the CareFlight HEMS Academy has been a respected industry leader in all aspects of Helicopter Emergency Medical Services training. The CareFlight HEMS Academy provides integrated training solutions for pilots, aircrew, doctors and paramedics across a wide range of mission critical profiles including: AEROMEDICAL EMERGENCY SERVICES SEARCH AND RESCUE RESOURCES: MINING, OIL AND GAS As an aeromedical provider for more than 30 years, CareFlight HEMS Academy instructors are operational professionals with extensive experience. CareFlight HEMS Academy instructors have trained thousands of HEMS and Aviation professionals since 1993, as well as more than 30,000 ADF personnel over a 10 year period. The training provided to ADF was delivered in purpose-built training facilities as well as remote locations, all with a 100% safety record. THALES CAREFLIGHT SIMULATION CENTRE In a significant milestone for HEMS and civil helicopter operators, global aerospace and defence company, Thales has partnered with CareFlight to provide a world class, high fidelity, full flight simulation training experience that is accessible and affordable. Located within the CareFlight HEMS Academy, the Thales CareFlight Simulation Centre features the Thales Reality H AW139 Level D Full Flight Simulator. The Simulation Centre is housed in a brandnew, purpose built facility located within the Brisbane International Airport Precinct and provides a convenient and effective solution for high-performance AW139 aircrew training. The Thales CareFlight Simulation Centre is a one-stop-shop for complex training needs for all AW139 aircrew.

3 The CareFlight HEMS Academy is the only AW139 training provider in Australia drawing on more than 30 years of operational experience in aeromedical rescue

4 CAREFLIGHT HEMS ACADEMY The CareFlight HEMS Academy is located within a state-of-the-art, purpose built training facility located in the heart of the Brisbane International Airport Precinct. Situated on the East Coast of Australia, the Academy is located 15 minutes from Brisbane s central business and entertainment districts and within a short car ride from some of our most breathtaking beaches and nature reserves. The easily accessible airport precinct offers accommodation, dining and shopping options for the aviation professional, with further options available within the Brisbane CBD. CareFlight HEMS Academy features:» Fully equipped training rooms» Student break out areas» New café/restaurant» Wifi internet» Onsite parking Thales CareFlight Simulation Centre» Thales AW139 high fidelity full flight simulator» Dedicated class rooms» Student amenities including a large lunch room» 40m indoor pool for all water based training

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6 THE CAREFLIGHT GROUP CareFlight is a world-leader in HEMS and SAR aeromedical rescue, and has operated for more than 30 years along the east coast of Australia. OUR ASSETS & BASES CareFlight s extensive network of operations, facilities and assets (including 14 aircraft) are located at 10 centres across the State. As a diversified emergency service operation; a rotary and fixed wing platform, CareFlight operates:» 11 HEMS/SAR equipped rescue helicopters» 3 Air Ambulance jets» From 14 locations throughout a vast region along Australia s east coast In addition, CareFlight s dedicated Central Coordination Centre is responsible for the tasking and rostering of more than 420 flight crew, medical support officers, doctors, training crew, and administration personnel. Oil and Gas Operational Experience CareFlight currently delivers air medical evacuation services to a consortium of competing global resource companies involved in the Coal Seam Gas/Liquid Natural Gas industry in South-West Queensland. Under this highly complex shared services agreement, CareFlight has fulfilled and exceeded its operational and contractual obligations, while conforming to the highly demanding International Oil and Gas Producers Association Standards. Mount Isa 1 Bell 230 (XCW) 1 crew house Cairns Townsville 1 Lear 45 (CXJ) 1 crew house Rockhampton Mackay ROTARY WING ASSETS FIXED WING ASSETS BASE FACILITIES CRM BASES CareFlight s internationally recognised HEMS Training Academy provides a broad range of training options for both CareFlight s own staff as well as external operators. CareFlight Group holds a major contract supplying doctors to Queensland Health for emergency retrievals and hospital transfers, as well as consultants to the Queensland Coordination Centre (QCC), which coordinates all emergency rescues across the State. As part of the project, CareFlight has operated three high-specification AME aircraft within its fleet. Careflight established base support facilities throughout the contract service area and developed customised touring rosters for its pilots and aircrew. CareFlight s success and operational excellence in the role has seen the development of a world class AME service operating to OGP standard. This standard has become an operational benchmark. 1 Bell 412 (XCI) 1 crew rental house Roma 1 Bell 412 (XCK) 1 Bell 412 (XCO) 2 crew rental houses Toowoomba Bundaberg 1 BK117 (EHQ) 1 crew house Archerfield Maintenance facility Base facility CRM base Gladstone 1 Bell 412 (XCY) 4 crew rental houses Sunshine Coast Brisbane Gold Coast 1 BK117 (BKV) 1 B206L (ZOW) 1 crew rental house 1 Lear 45 (VVI) 1 Challenger 1 Bell 412 (XCN) Brisbane Base Aviation Australia facility Brisbane City Office Training aircraft Bell 412 (XCF) 1 AS350 (XCE) 1 base facility Fundraising and C3 offices Head Office

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8 THALES Delivering mission readiness for over 50 years Thales is a global technology leader in the Aerospace, Transportation and Defence and Security markets. With its 25,000 engineers and researchers, Thales has the unique capability to design, develop and deploy solutions that meet the most complex safety and security requirements. Thales has an exceptional international footprint, with operations around the world working with customers and local partners. A global pioneer in simulation technology, Thales delivers the most advanced synthetic training solutions of the highest fidelity in the most realistic environments ensuring mission readiness and effectiveness are paramount, leading the way in both military and civil training applications. At the forefront of innovation is the Thales CareFlight Simulation Centre. The new state-of-the-art facility utilises the Thales Reality H AW139 civil helicopter simulator to support the delivery of world class high fidelity full flight simulation training provided by CareFlight and tailored specifically to AW139 air crew requirements. Reality H is the most advanced civil helicopter simulator on the market today supported by a powerful image-generation system with a large field-of-view, full instructor control, high-accuracy and unique Hexaline motion, 3 axis vibration system and highly realistic pilot controls providing the most immersive experience for the trainees. The simulator has achieved certification to European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Level D through the Certification Specifications for Helicopter Flight Simulation Training Devices (CS-FSTD[H]). This certification is the highest level of accreditation in Full Flight Simulation fidelity and has been assessed by the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), equivalent to their CASA Level 5 certification. The Thales CareFlight partnership combines over 70 years of unparalleled expertise and experience in the provision of civil helicopter training solutions. Our partnership is an exciting opportunity for innovation in the development of superior tailor-made training solutions. The Thales Reality H AW139 civil helicopter simulator is a state-of-the-art Full Flight Simulator designed to deliver advanced mission-oriented, high fidelity training for AW139 helicopter crews.

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10 TRAINING SOLUTIONS The CareFlight HEMS Academy provides integrated training solutions for pilots, aircrew, doctors and paramedics in simulated scenarios. The Academy offers an assessment of the client s training needs and will develop tailor-made solutions across a range of mission profiles: AEROMEDICAL EMERGENCY SERVICES SEARCH AND RESCUE RESOURCES: MINING, OIL AND GAS The Academy is able to utilise more than 30 years operational experience in aeromedical rescue to provide experienced instructors who are current in the industry. The following courses are also available through the CareFlight RTO and able to be combined with AW139 training:» Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET)» Emergency Breathing System (EBS)» Crew Resource Management (CRM)» First Aid, Advanced Resuscitation and Provide CPR» Certificate IV, III In Aircrewman including CAO 29.11» Type Ratings B412, BK117, AS350, B230, B206» Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS) Pilot/Aircrewman/Instructor» Instrument Rating» Flight Reviews» Helicopter low level Sling Operations, Winching and Rappelling

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12 THALES CAREFLIGHT SIMULATION CENTRE Thales and CareFlight have partnered to provide an accessible, cost-effective option for AW139 Flight Simulation training, allowing customers to maintain sustainable helicopter operations. Located within the CareFlight HEMS Academy, the Thales CareFlight Simulation Centre provides a customer-focussed environment for flight simulation training. The dedicated facility features the first Thales-built Reality H AW139 Level D Full Flight Simulator and sets the safety and training standard in innovative AW139 aircrew training. Specifically designed for oil and gas, search and rescue, emergency services helicopter operators, the Reality H AW139 Level D Full Flight Simulator provides outstanding realism for mission training. Compliant to Level D according to JAA/EASA regulation requirements, the Reality H AW139 Level D Full Flight Simulator enables pilots to maintain their qualification required by regulatory authorities including:» FFS Level D certification» Hexaline electric motion system» 235 by 80 visual display» ThalesView Image Generator» RORO for additional cockpits» High reliability Training options include:» Pilot Conversion to Type/Class» Pilot Recurrent» Instrument Flight Training (Initial and Recurrent)» Night Vision Imaging System Training» Night VFR refresher or initial training

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14 CAREFLIGHT HEMS ACADEMY LOCATION Also known as The River City, Brisbane is the capital of Queensland, Australia s second largest and third most populous state. Nestled on the breathtaking Moreton Bay, Brisbane is able to boast internationally acclaimed dining and shopping venues; inspired arts and entertainment precincts; as well as access to world-renowned beaches, tropical rainforests and incredible Australian outback experiences. Brisbane is home to 2.3 million people, making it Australia s third largest city behind Sydney and Melbourne. Brisbane is easily accessed from across Australia and Asia with a high volume of direct daily domestic and international flights into the Queensland capital. Year-round sport and entertainment culminates in the Brisbane Festival, a cultural event held each September to coincide with the start of spring in south-east Queensland. This uniquely Australian celebration is one not to be missed!

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16 Located midway between the Sunshine and Gold Coasts. Incredibly, the CareFlight HEMS Academy is only a 50 minute drive (north) from the Gold Coast; and a 50 minute drive (south) from the Sunshine Coast both locations are widely considered to share the finest beaches in the country between them. Indeed, pristine coastline and undisturbed beaches stretch for hundreds of kilometres along the south-east Queensland coast. It is a sight to behold! It is highly recommended you make a stop at either of these internationally recognised and celebrated resort towns during your stay in the area. Advice on what to do and see in and around Brisbane can be provided through the CareFlight HEMS Academy as part of your customer experience.

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18 CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE The CareFlight HEMS Academy is committed to providing our customers with superior, specialised, comprehensive aviation and medical solutions within an innovative, world-class Academy whilst maintaining the highest service, value and quality customer service. The new facility, located at the Brisbane International Airport, was designed to provide an optimal environment for training for domestic and international clients. Our facility is located within 15 minutes of the Brisbane CBD, and visitors to the city will have access to over 300 accommodation options. As part of the client experience, CareFlight can provide out-of-state or international visitors with first class accommodation and transport recommendations.

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20 CAREFLIGHT HEMS ACADEMY Address: 15 Boronia Road Brisbane International Airport Postal Address: PO Box George Street Brisbane Queensland 4003 Phone: