International F-16 Pilot Training Program (PTP)
ID: FA3002-24-RFI-F16PTPType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3002 338 ESS CCJBSA RANDOLPH, TX, 78150-4300, USA

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL (U006)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2865622122bd4b09afdd392bfcb183db/view
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    Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE is seeking information for the International F-16 Pilot Training Program (PTP). This program is used to provide training for international pilots on flying the F-16 aircraft. The request for information (RFI) is aimed at gathering details and potential sources for the program. The place of performance for this program is in the USA. For more information, please contact Scott Springer at scott.springer.5@us.af.mil or Audra Cardona at audra.cardona@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Scott Springer
    scott.springer.5@us.af.mil
    Audra Cardona
    audra.cardona@us.af.mil
    Files
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    ATCH 1- F-16 PTP SOO.pdf
    ATCH 2- Sample B-Course Syllabus.pdf
    RFI- PTP 9 Nov 2023.pdf
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