The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Douglas A-1 Skyraider aircraft services for the Test Pilot School (TPS) at Edwards Air Force Base in California. The primary objective is to conduct qualitative evaluation flights for TPS students and staff, which includes comprehensive instruction on aircraft operation, emergency procedures, and ground operations, all without government oversight. This contract, which spans five years, emphasizes the importance of safety and instructor qualifications, requiring FAA certifications and extensive flight experience. Interested parties should direct their inquiries to Jaymi Taplin at jaymi.taplin@us.af.mil or Carlos A. Barrera at carlos.barrera.8@us.af.mil, as this opportunity is set aside for 8(a) sole source under FAR 19.8 regulations.