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High Altitude Low Opening (HALO) Aircraft and Pilot Services

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Response Deadline10/15/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This small business set-aside subcontract involves providing specialized High Altitude Low Opening aircraft and pilot services for the Department of Defense under the 4th Cons Squadron Cc. The contractor is responsible for performing aircraft airlift services and HALO operations in accordance with USAF Military Freefall Regulations, operating under VFR in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace. Key operational requirements include the management of drop zones in coordination with the 352 SW TS DZCO to ensure the safe delivery of paratroopers. To qualify, the contractor must provide aircraft equipped with Mode-C transponders and employ pilots who hold both FAA commercial and instrument ratings. The primary objective of the contract is the successful execution of airlift missions and the safe transport and delivery of personnel. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 481219 and was posted on October 9, 2026, with a response deadline of October 15, 2026.

General Info

Small business subcontract for DoD HALO aircraft airlift and pilot services.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA4809 4TH Cons Squadron Cc

NAICS

481219 - Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation

Place of Performance

0, NC, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA480925P0058.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Timeline

PostedOct 9

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Response DeadlineOct 15

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4809 4TH Cons Squadron Cc

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4809 4TH Cons Squadron Cc

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Full Description

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Performs specialized aircraft airlift services for prime contractors on 4TH Cons Squadron Cc projects. Conducts HALO operations per USAF Military Freefall Regulations under VFR in controlled and uncontrolled airspace. Manages drop zones in coordination with the 352 SW TS DZCO. Requires aircraft with Mode-C transponders and pilots with FAA commercial and instrument ratings. Delivers completed airlift missions and safe paratrooper delivery.

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