NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONTRACT WITH A SINGLE SOURCE: Airbus Helicopters H-160/H160B Pilot Qualification Training for the FAA
ID: AC-24-05557Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFUS

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/84d2034f17b0447480717cbcfeb68634/view
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    Description

    The Department of Transportation, specifically the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), intends to award a single-source contract to Airbus Helicopters Inc. for the provision of Initial and Recurrent H-160/H-160B Helicopter Pilot Training. This training is essential for FAA inspectors and Flight Test Engineers, ensuring they meet the agency's safety and operational standards as mandated by Title 49 of the U.S. Code. The contract will encompass comprehensive training programs that include ground school and flight instruction, adhering to FAA regulations and utilizing approved training devices, with a focus on maintaining high safety standards in U.S. aviation. Interested parties may direct inquiries to Scott Roberson at scott.roberson@faa.gov by September 11, 2024, as this opportunity is not open for full competition.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Scott Roberson
    scott.roberson@faa.gov
    Files
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    H-160_H160B Helicopter Pilot Training PWS -DRAFT.doc
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Airbus H-160/H-160B Helicopter pilot training for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspectors and Flight Test Engineers. Under Title 49 of the U.S. Code, the FAA seeks qualified personnel to ensure public safety and operational credibility. The contractor will deliver both initial and recurrent ground school and flight training, tailored to meet agency-level recording standards, with quotas managed by the Workforce Development Division. Training includes definitions specific to the aviation industry, such as flight time and various training devices' classifications, including Full Flight Simulators (FFS) and Flight Training Devices (FTD). Requirements stipulate a maximum of four hours of simulator or flight instruction per day, with exemptions for combined training. The contractor must comply with FAA regulations and provide necessary training materials and facilities. The document emphasizes the need for comprehensive training programs that cover pilot qualifications and recurrent checks, with supplementary training as authorized. It ensures a structured approach to maintaining high standards for FAA inspectors, emphasizing safety, compliance, and effective learning environments. Ultimately, this contract is integral to enhancing inspector qualifications to uphold aviation safety standards in the U.S.
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