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London Gatwick Centre Address: Fleming Way Crawley West Sussex RH10 9UH Telephone Number: +44 (0)1293 543541 E-mail: TRTO-GatwickCSTeam@cae.com cae.com
Centre Details CAE London Gatwick is located at Manor Royal, close to Gatwick airport. The training centre houses 8 full flight Simulators for the aircraft types A320, A330/340, B737NG/CL,B757/767, Embraer 190 as well as FTD s, CBT and classrooms for advanced pilot training. The Customer Services Team is dedicated to helping customers with all training-related matters and to assist with any hotel and transport arrangements. Our aim is to make your stay productive and pleasant and to provide assistance with any queries you may have. The main desk is manned by Customer Services from 0700-1930 Mon-Fri. Opening Hours Training Department Mon-Fri, 0800-1630 Planning Department Mon-Fri, 0800-1730 Tel: +44 (0)1293 543541 Training Managers Barney Barnett Head of Training Tel: +44 (0)1293 596713 Lisa White Ground School Manager Tel: +44 (0)1293 596747 Customer Services Customer Services Team Tel: +44 (0)1293 543541 Email: TRTO-GatwickCSTeam@cae.com Jane Bainbridge Group Leader Customer Services Tel: +44 (0)1293 596714 Linda Silverman Customer Services Manager Tel: +44 (0)1293 596728 3
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Centre Capabilities A320 Commercial Aviation Training Flight Simulators including A320 A330/340 B737NG/CL B757/767 Embraer 190 A330/340 B737NG/CL Embraer 190 5
How to find us Arriving at Local Airport Gatwick taxi booked through customer services (airport taxis are expensive). Arriving by Car If arriving by car CAE London- Gatwick is located close to Gatwick airport in a Business Park called Manor Royal. Arriving by Train Train to Gatwick Airport South Terminal and then a taxi booked through Customer Services. Arriving by Bus No 10 and 100 buses from Gatwick Airport to Manor Royal. London Map Data 2014 Google cae.com
Local Hotel Information CAE has negotiated special rates with the hotels listed below. Additional discounts and allowances have been agreed with most hotels. For rate enquiries and to make reservations, please contact Customer Services. Email: TRTO-GatwickCSTeam@cae.com Tel: +44 (0)1293 543541 Arora Hotel The Copthorne & Effingham Park Hotels Courtyard Marriott Gatwick Southgate Avenue Southgate Crawley RH10 6LW Tel: +44 (0)1293 530000 www.arorainternational.com Located in Crawley Town Centre, 2 miles from CAE. 2 minute walk to shops and local services. Complimentary shuttle bus to and from CAE. Health Club, 24 hour room service. Crew lounge with internet, fridge and microwave. Discounted crew menu. WIFI included in public areas and bedrooms. Copthorne Road Copthorne RH11 OPQ Tel: +44 (0)1342 348800 www.millenniumhotels.co.uk Country Hotels located 4 miles from Training Centre. 8/10 minute drive respectively Courtesy bus. Health club with swimming pool. In-house pubs. 25% F&B discount. WIFI/ internet included. Free parking. Hotel to be refurbished early 2013. London Gatwick Airport Buckingham Gate South Terminal RH6 ONT Tel: +44 (0)1293 566300 www.marriott.co.uk Within walking distance of Gatwick s south terminal. Complimentary shuttle every 20 minutes 0400-2359. 20% food discount. WIFI/internet included. Gym. Crew Lounge. Free parking. Marriott Rewards points when guests sign up. 7
Local Hotel Information We value your feedback on our featured hotels please let us know your comments. Hotel prices may vary and we highly recommend checking the latest rate with your preferred hotel before travelling. Ibis hotel London Road Holiday Inn Express - Gatwick/Crawley Premier Inn Gatwick Manor Royal County Oak Crawley Tel: +44 (0)1293 590300 www.ibishotel.com Budget Hotel within walking distance of CAE. 10% discount restaurant menu only. 10% discount on restaurant menu. 24 hour snack bar available. Crew Room with microwave and fridge. WIFI/internet and room movies included in BB rate. Parking is chargeable at the hotel although cars may be left at CAE subject to authorisation. Please contact Customer Services. The Squareabout Haslett Avenue Crawley RH10 1UA Tel: +44 (0) 1293 525523 www.hiexpresscrawley.co.uk Good budget hotel Crawley town centre. Transport to and from CAE included. All day breakfast available. WIFI/ internet included. 10% laundry discount and bagged laundry senice. Crew Lounge with fridge and microwave. Fleming Way Crawley Business Quarter Crawley RH10 9DF Tel: +44 (0)1293 819125 www.premierinn.com Grab and Go breakfast for those with an early start, before 0600. Excellent location situated on Fleming Way within close proximity of CAE. Crew Room and Gym. 20% food discount. Laundry service included for long stay guests. Fridges available on request. WIFI/ internet included, free parking. cae.com
Crowne Plaza Hotel Sandman Signature (formerly the Ramada Plaza) Sofitel London Gatwick Langley Drive Crawley West Sussex Tel: +44 (0)1293 529991 www.cpgatwick.co.uk Located 1 mile from CAE, convenient for Crawley Town Centre. Health Club with swimming pool. 20% F& B discount. 8.50 non-cumulative allowance if breakfast not taken. WIFI/internet included, free parking. 18-23 Tinsley Lane 3 Bridges Crawley RH11 1NP Tel: +44 (0)1293 561186 www.ramadajavis.co.uk 2 miles from CAE convenient for supermarket and town centre. Complimentary midweek evening shuttle into town. 20% F & B discount. WIFI access but Internet chargeable in rooms - 5 per 24 hours. Late check out on final day 1800hrs, no extra charge. Gatwick Airport RH6 OPH Tel: +44 (0)1293 567070 www.sofitellondongatwick.com Airport hotel with direct access to Gatwick Airport North Terminal. Health Club. WIFI/ internet included. 9
Layout of Centre CAE London-Gatwick is located in one building The maps below and on the following page depict all of the facilities on both the ground and first floors. Ground floor new front cae.com
Ground floor new front west Offices and classrooms Training rooms, corridor and stairs 11
First floor new front Offices Training rooms cae.com
First floor new rear Lounge and Briefing rooms Health & Safety There are local site procedures in place to be adhered to during your visit. In the case of an emergency, please follow local instructions. If there is an evacuation, assemble at the Muster point in the main car park at the front of building. Useful Emergency Numbers: 999 (Ambulance, police, fire). 13
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Centre Facilities Reception & Registration Customer Services is open 0700-1930 Mon-Fri. ID is required for entry (passport, flight licence, airline ID). Outside normal office hours, please use the intercom system if you are not in possession of a swipe card or entry code. This will put you through to the engineers on site who will assist with access. Customer Services Assistance If you require Customer Service assistance, call main switchboard or email TRTO-GatwickCSTeam@cae.com. Out-of-Hours, your email will be responded to. If urgent, please call +44 (0)7769 932044 or +44 (0)7802 298559. Visa Invitation Letter Requests For Visa Invitation Letter Requests please contact Customer Services on TRTO-GatwickCSTeam@cae.com or telephone +44 (0)1293 543541. Dining Facilities Onsite There are dining facilities in the Customer Lounge with drinks machines (tea, coffee, soft drinks, water), food machine providing sandwiches, rolls, salads, fresh fruit, cakes etc. Also, two snack machines plus a frozen food machine offering good quality microwaveable meals such as curries, pasta dishes, paninis etc. Communal & Rest Areas In the communal & rest areas there is a TV and five computer terminals. Business Centre Facilities There are business facilities available throughout the centre, contact Customer Services if you require assistance. Lockers & Personal Possessions Lockers are allocated to airlines. Leisure Facilities There are Leisure Facilities available In most hotels and within the Crawley area. Smoking Areas Smoking is not permitted in the training centre there is a designated area outside the front of the building. Restroom Facilities Restroom facilities are located on both the ground and first floors. Parking There is parking at the front and rear of the building. Permission needs to be sought to leave cars overnight please contact Customer Services. 15
Country Specific Information Climate Winter: Ranges from -3 C (Cold and clear) to 8 C (rainy and often windy). Summer: Ranges from 15 C (cloudy and some rain) to 25 C (not too often but it does happen!). Currency & Banking British Pound, GBP. Most international credit cards are accepted in the UK. For exchange there are several banks and exchange companies at Gatwick Airport or in banks in Crawley. Getting Around Car rental and taxis should be arranged through Customer Services. Number 10 and 100 buses run from the airport to Manor Royal and Crawley. Communications & Dialling Codes The country code is + 44. Local Dining There are good pubs within walking distance of CAE, Gatwick and a wide selection of restaurants and pubs in Crawley and surrounding areas. For further information, contact Customer Services. Tipping Generally included in the price you pay for a meal or a taxi. If satisfied an extra tip of around 10% is customary. Electricity Voltage 220V Shopping Local shopping in Crawley. For a day out, London is only 35-40 minutes by train from Gatwick to Victoria on either the Gatwick Express or Southern Railways. Medical Care & Local Doctors Contact Customer Services who have access to 24 hour dental, medical and pharmacy services. A medical practice specialising in aviation medicine is located close to Gatwick. Embassies http://www.embassypages.com/uk Tourist Office Information The Town Hall The Boulevard Crawley West Sussex RH10 1UZ Tel: +44 (0)1293 438000 (0830-1700) National Public Holidays 2014 New Year s Day... January 1 Good Friday...April 18 Easter Monday...April 21 Early May Bank Holiday...May 5 Spring Bank Holiday...May 26 Summer Bank Holiday...August 25 Christmas Day...December 25 Boxing Day...December 26 cae.com
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CAE Aviation Training Centre Fleming Way Crawley West Sussex RH10 9UH Tel: +44 (0)1293 543541 E-mail: TRTO-GatwickCSTeam@cae.com cae.com