Terrain and Air Collision Avoidance System (TACAS) Integration

The contract involves the design, integration, testing, and deployment of a terrain avoidance system that will interface with the T-7 aircraft’s onboard navigation to enable automatic recovery and collision prevention. This system, referred to as the Terrain and Air Collision Avoidance System (TACAS), aims to enhance the safety and operational capabilities of the T-7 by providing advanced terrain and air collision avoidance functionality. The effort will cover all phases from development to fielding, ensuring the system is fully integrated and functional within the aircraft’s navigation suite. Issued by the Department of Defense through the FA8617 Aflcmc Wndi/wnb Training Aircraft office, this subcontract falls under the NAICS code 334511, which pertains to electronic component manufacturing. The solicitation was made available on June 16, 2026, with responses due by July 17, 2026. While specific details such as the place of performance and contact information are not provided, the contract is focused on supporting defense aviation training initiatives by improving the safety features of the T-7 platform.