Manama, November 1 (BNA) Bahrain International Airport (BIA) has become the first airport in the region to launch a virtual reality (VR) training course for the Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) firefighting and rescue services team. announced. Gulf Aviation Academy (GAA) offers the advanced training solution, which allows firefighters to safely hone their skills in a range of scenarios.
The RFFS team welcomed members of the Senior Management from Bahraini Civil Aviation Affairs (CAA), BAC, and GAA to showcase the Flaim Trainer VR system, which combines haptic feedback technology with real-world firefighting equipment to provide a unique training experience. The system allows for experiential learning through practical scenarios developed to improve dynamic thinking, risk assessment, wireless messaging, muscle memory, hose control techniques, and simulated heat management through sensors worn by firefighters.
Mohammed Al-Sayed, Director of Rescue and Firefighting Services at Bahrain International Airport, said: “The RFFS team at Bahrain International Airport works closely with the Civil Aviation Authority, the Kingdom’s aviation regulator, to ensure compliance with all firefighting training requirements. This comprehensive course enables the team to continue developing their skills despite travel restrictions imposed as a result of the pandemic. It also highlights the Kingdom’s innovative approach to overcoming difficult situations and its willingness to embrace new technologies.
“We are pleased to work with BAC to position BIA as a leader in the region. As a provider of high-quality flight training, we strive to deliver the latest, most innovative tailor-made solutions and set the standard while meeting the stringent requirements of the aviation industry. With the support of the Civil Aviation Authority, we look forward to continuing our collaboration and achieving More successes to enhance Bahrain’s position in this industry.
The main objective of RFFS at the airport is to save lives in the event of an aircraft accident, but it also deals with different types of emergencies within the borders of the airport where lives or property can be saved. Besides responding to emergencies using a fleet of modern, custom-built vehicles, the BAC RFFS team also conducts frequent fire safety risk assessments throughout the terminal buildings.
Bahrain Airport Company is committed to the safety of passengers and employees at Bahrain International Airport and has made several improvements to the airport’s infrastructure and services as part of the airport modernization programme. This includes opening a new airside fire station to provide initial response services to all aircraft emergencies and activating the fire alarm within the airport boundaries.
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