Modern seminar and training facilities at Mönchengladbach Airport.
We would like to thank RAS, and especially Mr Frank Prochaska, for their support and for providing the seminar facilities.
MMIG46 TRAINING WEEKEND
Use it or lose it.
25–26 September 2026 · Mönchengladbach Airport EDLN
Two days of IFR refresher training, practical exercises, avionics sessions, fire-safety training, proficiency checks and personal exchange in the modern RAS seminar facilities.
First come, first served:
Capacity for individual programme items, instructors and
proficiency checks is limited.
Participation fees
MMIG46 members
EUR 450
Non-members
EUR 650
Prior registration is mandatory. Participation is only possible after registration and subsequent confirmation by the organiser.
No aircraft parking fee will be charged during the training weekend.
Participation and individual programme items are only available following prior registration and confirmation.
PROGRAMME
Friday, 25 September
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Fire-extinguishing exercises
Practical fire-extinguishing exercises with the airport fire brigade in small groups.
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Seaplane Flying in Germany
Presentation by Norbert Klippel.
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Transfer to Landgut Ramshof
Transfer to Landgut Ramshof followed by a group dinner.
Personal contribution: Drinks ordered during the group dinner must be paid for individually by the participants.
PROGRAMME
Saturday, 26 September
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Presentations
IFR refresher training, IFR meteorology presented by Frank Lumnitzer (Senior Aviation Executive) , current developments in avionics and specialised retrofit solutions for PA46 aircraft.
Personal consultation on Garmin systems will be provided by Fabian Kienzle. The team of speakers and experts will also include Dr Ralf Wendt.
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Hands-on training
Practical training in participants’ own aircraft with some of the best instructors in the German-speaking aviation community, including individual exercises and training sequences.
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Simulator training
Training on a modern ALSIM simulator, FNTP approved, at MG-Flyers.
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Proficiency checks and Garmin consultation
IFR or SET proficiency check flights may be arranged. Personal advice on Garmin avionics will be provided by Fabian Kienzle.
SPEAKERS & EXPERTS
Experience in aviation operations, training and avionics
Specialist presentations and personal consultation by experienced experts from general and professional aviation.
Frank Lumnitzer
Senior Aviation Executive
Speaker on IFR meteorology and operational topics in professional aviation.
Fabian Kienzle
Garmin avionics and PA46 retrofit solutions
Personal consultation on Garmin systems, avionics solutions and retrofit options for PA46 aircraft.
Dr Ralf Wendt
Speaker and aviation expert
Dr Ralf Wendt complements the training weekend’s team of speakers and aviation experts.
Norbert Klippel
Speaker on seaplane flying in Germany
Presentation on the operational and organisational aspects of seaplane flying.
ACCOMMODATION
Landgut Ramshof in Willich
A limited room allocation has been arranged for MMIG46 participants. A double room is available for EUR 110 for one night.
Participants must book their rooms directly with Landgut Ramshof. Please state the booking reference “MMIG46” when making the reservation.
Landgut Ramshof Ramshof 147877 Willich-Neersen
Germany Telephone: +49 2156 95890 Email: stay@ramshof.de
Personal contribution:
Accommodation and drinks ordered during the group
dinner are not included in the MMIG46 services and
must be paid for by the participants themselves.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMME
RAS career event
RAS will also hold a career event at EDLN during the same weekend to attract new apprentices and trainees. The event is expected to include an opportunity to visit hangars and operational areas.
The exact integration into the MMIG46 programme will depend on the final schedule of the RAS event.
Guided tour of Kempen’s historic old town
A joint tour of Kempen’s historic old town is planned for accompanying persons, guests and interested female participants.
Subject to demand and sufficient interest.
REGISTRATION
Request your preferred programme items
Prior registration is mandatory for all participants. Please select the programme items you would like to attend. Submission of this form constitutes a binding request, but does not yet guarantee availability. Dr Gerecht will coordinate the available places and contact you by email.
Participation fees:
EUR 450 for MMIG46 members ·
EUR 650 for non-members
Capacity is limited: first come, first served.
