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Monday, July 13, 2009

EMS Operator Completes NVG Training

EMS air ambulance operator Mercy Flights of Medford, OR, recently completed night vision goggle (NVG) training with Night Flight Concepts (NFC) of Port St. Lucie, FL. The comprehensive NVG training package took place on-site at Mercy Flights facility in Oregon. Ground and flight training was provided for the pilots and medical flight personnel, increasing the overall safety and operational capability of the area's only dedicated FAA Part 135 EMS operator. Additionally, NFC provided the only FAA TSO-C164 approved aviation night vision goggles (NVAG-6) and an extended night vision goggle (NVG) inspection service agreement to maintain the NVG's continued air-worthiness. NFC company president, Adam Aldous commented, "We're extremely proud to have provided additional safety for the flight crews and improved service to the residents of Southern Oregon and Northern California and we appreciate the confidence that Mercy Flights has placed in Night Flight Concepts."