Sloane Helicopters has become the first Robinson Helicopters approved external training centre. The UK distributor will provide six-day engineering courses which will "-give engineers a factory-recognised qualification". Technical training will also be available to the Sywell, Northamptonshire-based training school students and Robinson aircraft owners and operators.
Source: Flight International
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