Single Source Award Notice Dissimilar Formation

The 366th Contracting Squadron has issued a single source award to the Planes of Fame Air Museum for a dissimilar formation flight display at the Gunfighter Skies 2026 Air Show, located at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. Under solicitation FA489726P0014, the contract is valued at an estimated $40,933.33. The award was justified under FAR 6.302-1 and FAR 13.106-1, as the Planes of Fame Air Museum is identified as the only responsible source capable of providing the specific combination of three historic aircraft required for the performance: the F-86, P-47, and P-51. The scope of work requires the contractor to execute a synchronized dissimilar formation flight featuring these three aircraft, followed by individual single-ship banana pass flybys. Evaluation for the award focused on the contractor's unique capability to provide all three airframes, their proven experience operating these specific historic models, and their ability to maintain them in airworthy condition. The procurement was managed by the Department of Defense, with the contracting officer's determination signed on January 30, 2026.