Day of Aviation

The Aviation Day of the Kapfenberg Aviation Technical College will take place on January 30, 2026 great hall at 12:00 loc time. I am looking forward to inspiring the students with my presentation. It will offer insights into military operations and EMS rescue operations. I also want to give the students further interesting insights into civilian astronaut training, such as parabolic flight training in France.

Have fun with my presentation of my world full of Aviation and Space, be inspired and keep in touch with the Crew of Swiss Space Tourism and following their Adventures. For any feedback or questions contact me via the contact form.

Invitation Podcast Interview with Dr. Frank Liemandt Germany

Podcast Format: Fly me to the Top, about EMS Rescue Operation and Experience

Recording at: 12.02.2026, 11.00 am loc time, The broadcast will be published here with the associated link.

PROFILE

Dr. Frank Liemandt

More than 20 years of experience in the fields of PR, Sales, Marketing and Politics, from leading positions within international companies and projects. Since 2014 I have specialized in advising SMEs, associations and public clients with the major focus on aerospace, as well as pharma and forestry. I am the managing director and spokesman for the German Helicopter Association, and a member of the umbrella organisation EHA (European Helicopter Association). On behalf of EHA I am working as the Show Director for the new leading event in the rotorcraft sector: EUROPEAN ROTORS – The VTOL show and safety conference. I am partner of the information software tool Panalis. My interests in the environment include membership of more than 25 years in the German Alps Association and the supervision of the IG Waldbodenschutz group for the sustainable protection of forests.

Virgin Galactic's new Delta

Virgin Galactic has revealed the design for its Delta class spaceship.

The suborbital space tourism firm posted a video on Wednesday (Aug. 7) showcasing an animation of the Delta design, which is sleek and modular, with components that aim to provide new efficiencies for human spaceflight.

Virgin Galactic says its new Delta ships are being built to operate with an average turnaround time of just three days, which, the firm says, would mark an enormous breakthrough and would structurally change the cost of human spaceflight. Its previous spaceship, VSS Unity, was capable of flying once a month. 

The new spacecraft, powered by a hybrid rocket system, will also upgrade from four passengers to six over the old spaceship.

Delta is set to fly for the first time no earlier than 2026. But the company says it is progressing well on design work. Space.com

Forty years in service

In 1986 I joined the flight school for military pilot training, was active in military operations until 2000, and until then worked for EMS Rescue Service ÖAMTC Air Rescue.

The Swiss Space Tourism team wishes you a happy and healthy New Year 2026. Dream big and don't let anyone discourage you or deter you from your goals. Wishes do come true. 

F35 Simulator Session Zürich Swiss confirmed

23. February 2026

F35 Simulator Training in Swiss / Zürich 23.02.2026.The training goal would be rapid input of information and its meaningful use and application. No type-specific training.

Fly Switzerland's first F-35A-inspired fighter jet flight simulator. Based on the original instruments, navigation, and weapon systems, experience the thrill of this ultramodern fifth-generation fighter jet. Superior to its competitors in virtually every aspect, it impressively demonstrates its strengths in air combat and tactical missions thanks to its extreme maneuverability through vector control and near-total invisibility to enemy radar due to stealth technology.

F18 Simulator Training in Swiss / Zürich 2026.The training goal would be rapid input of information and its meaningful use and application. No type-specific training.

Our F/A-18 fighter jet flight simulator is a unique innovation in Europe, developed and built exclusively by Fly & Race. The simulator cockpit precisely matches the dimensions of the real F/A-18 and impresses with its attention to detail. The F/A-18 is a twin-engine, multirole fighter jet from McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing), which has been in service since the early 1980s. It was primarily designed for use on aircraft carriers, but is also operated from land-based airfields, for example, by the Swiss Air Force. Switzerland's distinctive, rugged topography demands a similar level of flexibility and performance as that required for carrier operations.