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Light Aircraft and Pilot Provision for Parachute Activity

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Response Deadline12/03/2026, 10:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract involves the provision of light aircraft and qualified pilots to support prime contractors on projects for the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence. The scope of work focuses on executing day and twilight parachute drops at altitudes up to 12,000 feet, requiring precise straight and level releases into-wind and cross-wind on specific GPS positions. To qualify, aircraft must feature side-door or tailgate despatch capabilities and adhere to CAERC Release-to-Service requirements. Additionally, all aircrew must be qualified for military freefall dispatch. The primary deliverables for this engagement are the provision of flight hours and the successful execution of drop operations.

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Agency

Ministry of Defence

NAICS

488190 - Other Support Activities for Air Transportation

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

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Provision of Pilot and Aircraft services for the RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team

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PostedNov 4

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Response DeadlineDec 3

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Response Deadline

12/03/2026, 10:00:00 AM UTCin 29 days

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AgencyMinistry of Defence

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Organization / AgencyMinistry of Defence

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Provides light aircraft and qualified pilots for prime contractors on Ministry of Defence (UK) projects. Performs day and twilight parachute drops up to 12,000 ft PA, executing straight and level into-wind and cross-wind releases on GPS positions. Requires aircraft with side-door or tailgate despatch capabilities meeting CAERC Release-to-Service requirements. Aircrew must be qualified for military freefall dispatch. Delivers flight hours and successful drop operations.

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