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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Human External Cargo/Long Line Initial Course

A. PROJECT/TITLE

Human External Cargo/Long Line Initial Pilot Training for Flight Standards Operations Inspectors and Aircraft Certification pilots employed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

B. BACKGROUND

Under Title 49 of the United States Code (49 U.S.C.), the FAA is authorized to acquire and expend funds for the acquisition, operation, and maintenance of aircraft as necessary in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the Administrator. The interests of the public, the safety of the workforce, and the credibility of the organization are best served by having qualified, proficient, and current inspectors conducting pilot evaluating, testing, and checking functions.

C. SCOPE

The contractor is to provide initial ground school and Human External Cargo/Long Line flight training to FAA inspectors/pilots in the applicable aircraft specified in schedule B. Student quotas for these courses will be assigned by the Flight Standards Service Training Division(AFB) or Aircraft Certification Service – Planning and Program Division (AIR). The courses covered under this purchase agreement will meet the requirements for FAA formal flight training. FAA formal flight training consists of training courses with agency level course numbers that will be officially recorded in the employee’s personnel records.

D. DEFINITIONS

The following definitions are used to define the terminology contained herein and are applicable as required by Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR):

1. Flight Time: Time from the moment the aircraft first moves under its own power for the purpose of flight until the moment the aircraft comes to rest at the next point of landing (block to block time).

2. Flight Simulation Training Device (FSTD): A full flight simulator (FFS) or a flight training device (FTD).

3. Full Flight Simulator (FFS): A replica of a specific type, make, model, or series aircraft. It includes the equipment and computer programs necessary to represent aircraft operations in ground and flight conditions, a visual system providing an out-of-the-flight deck view, a system that provides cues at least equivalent to those of a three-degree-of-freedom motion system, and has the full range of capabilities of the systems installed in the device as described in (14 CFR) Part 60 and the qualification performance standard (QPS) for a specific FFS qualification level.

4. Flight Training Device (FTD): A replica of aircraft instruments, equipment, panels, and controls in an open flight deck area or an enclosed aircraft flight deck replica. It includes the equipment and computer programs necessary to represent aircraft (or set of aircraft) operations in ground and flight conditions having the full range of capabilities of the systems installed in the device as described in (14 CFR) Part 60 and the qualification performance standard (QPS) for a specific FTD qualification level.

5. Crew Concept: When one inspector/pilot is receiving pilot-in-command (PIC) training in a simulator/training device, the other inspector/pilot shall receive second-in-command training or flight engineer training (if applicable). When one inspector/pilot is receiving PIC training in the left seat of an airplane flight deck the other inspector/pilot shall receive observer time (flight deck seating permitted). No additional charge shall be made for the presence of, or instruction provided to, such additional FAA inspector/pilot.

6. Training Program (if applicable): The instruction for this course may be conducted in accordance with 14 CFR Part 133, 141, or by an FAA Designated Examiner or instructor qualified to instruct in the Human External Cargo/Long Line initial training course under FAR Part 61.

E. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

FAA Order 4040.9E or as revised and available for download, in pdf format, from www.faa.gov FAA Airline Transport Pilot and Aircraft Type Rating, Practical Test Standards (PTS). This PTS is published by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Airman Testing Standards Branch, AFS-630, P.O. Box 25082, Oklahoma City, OK 73125. It is also available for download, in pdf format, from www.faa.gov Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR), Parts 61, 121, 135, 141, and 142. The applicable regulations are available for download, in pdf format, from www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/faa_regulations/

F. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1. GENERAL

(a) The contractor is required to bid the number of hours in their training program in Part 1, Schedule B. The contractor is requested, within the limits of their training program, to delete company-specific training such as employee/customer relations, filling out company forms, evacuation training, company communications, or other items not directly related to the completion of the aircraft training and substitute training directly related to the successful completion of the type rating or proficiency check.

(b) The FAA will enroll one inspector/pilot per class. It should be noted that the minimum required aircraft times are per inspector/pilot in the captains’ position. When the FAA enrolls one inspector/pilot per class, it is expected that additional supplementary training may be required. Supplementary training must be approved in advance on a case by case basis by the Contracting Officer.

(c) Training of FAA inspectors/pilots is not to be conducted between the hours of midnight and 6:00 a.m., including flight pre and post briefings. A maximum of four hours flight instruction per day or eight hours of ground school per day per inspector class is permitted. If ground and flight instruction are combined in a single day then a maximum of ten hours of training per day is permitted. To maintain continuity between flight training sessions, the contractor is requested to minimize the switching of flight instructors between sessions.

(d) FAA personnel do not ordinarily operate the aircraft in which they are rated on a regular basis. Therefore, it is necessary that they receive the most complete review possible when attending training. If the contractor's training program allows for a partial review of systems and procedures during successive recurrent training periods, it is required that the contractor supplement their approved program to achieve a complete review for FAA inspectors/pilots during each recurrent course.

(e) FAA personnel are usually performing other job functions prior to assignment to training and normally do not have time to devote to pre-course study. Additionally, due to circumstances beyond the control of the FAA or the inspector/pilot, an inspector/pilot may be assigned to training with short notice. If the contractor's approved program requires pre-course study prior to the trainee's arrival at the contractor's training facility, the contractor is required to supplement their approved course to allow for required pre-course study to be accomplished at the contractor's facility after the inspector’s/pilot's arrival. Such ground instruction must either be classroom or computer based training.

(f) Inspectors/pilots attending training under this contract should present the contractor with a copy of FAA Form 4040-2, Pilot Flight Record and Application for Check Flight, signed by the inspector’s supervisor. If the form is presented, the contractor’s instructor, training center evaluator (TCE), or the FAA inspector administering a practical test or an instrument proficiency check shall complete the form and return it to the inspector.

2. QUALIFICATIONS

(a) INITIAL PILOT QUALIFICATION:

For aircraft requiring a type rating for the pilot-in-command, the contractor shall provide the aircraft and training necessary to enable the FAA inspector/pilot to pass the practical test to Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) standards for a type rating on subject airplane, in accordance with applicable (14 CFR) Part 61 requirements, the contractor’s FAA training program, and the terms and conditions of the resulting contract/task order.

For aircraft not requiring a type rating for the pilot-in-command, the contractor shall provide the aircraft and training necessary to enable the inspector/pilot to pass an instrument proficiency check in accordance with (14 CFR) Part 61.57(d), the contractor’s FAA training program, and the terms and conditions of the resulting contract/task order. The contractor is to provide appropriate ground school and flight training for one FAA inspector/pilot who requires the Human External Cargo/Long Line initial training course in any turbine-engine helicopter. The instruction for this course may be conducted in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 133, 141, or by an FAA Designated Examiner or instructor qualified to instruct the vertical long line training under FAR Part 61.

(b) SUPPLEMENTARY TRAINING HOURS:

The Contracting Officer may authorize hours in addition to those specified under Initial Pilot Qualification training when required by the individual inspector/pilot to successfully complete type rating practical tests or proficiency checks. These hours shall be provided at the prices set forth in the item entitled “Supplementary Training Hours”, Part I, Schedule B. In the event that any inspector/pilot passes the applicable test(s) in less time than the hours indicated in Schedule B, or partially completes training, the contractor shall be paid the rate stated, less a pro rata credit for the unused time at the supplementary rate.

3. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

(a) All instruction must comply with the contractor's training program.

(b) Flight training shall begin within one working day after completion of ground school or FSTD training, if applicable. Flight and FSTD training may be integrated with ground school training if it is a part of the contractor's program.

(c) Ground school instruction shall be presented by a qualified instructor in a classroom environment. If Computer-Based Instruction (CBI) is used to accomplish ground school training then the following requirements shall be met:

(1) Inspectors/pilots shall receive a thorough briefing on the operation and use of the CBI equipment.

(2) At least one instructor shall be present or readily accessible by electronic means to resolve any problems or questions that the inspector/pilot may have regarding the material presented in the CBI program.

(3) All material presented by CBI shall be reviewed and reinforced by a qualified instructor in classroom discussion or one-on-one with the inspector/pilot.

(d) Upon scheduling an FAA inspector/pilot for training the contractor shall contact their FAA certificate holding office in order to arrange for the applicable check to be given by an FAA inspector qualified in the aircraft. The contractor shall make the applicable FSTD or aircraft and appropriate personnel available for the purpose of administering the check(s) required. If the contractor’s FAA certificate holding office is unable to provide a qualified inspector for the required check(s), the contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

(e) In the event the FAA inspector/pilot fails to report for training as scheduled, or should become ill, injured or incapacitated during the training period the contractor shall promptly notify the COR and the inspector/pilot’s emergency contact if known.

(f) If the inspector/pilot has not passed the applicable pilot practical test after completion of the training outlined in Schedule B and in accordance with the specifications herein, the contractor shall withhold further training and promptly notify the COR who will arrange the authorization of additional training.

(g) The contractor shall notify the COR of the inspector’s/pilot’s completion status within 5 working days after completion of the training program.

(h) Upon completion of all training, the contractor shall issue a Certificate of Training. The FAA inspector shall sign the certificate verifying the type of training provided, specific dates, and the duration of such training. The certificate shall conform to the format of Appendix "A" hereof. One copy of each such certificate shall be submitted to the COR.

(i) The contractor shall furnish all training aids and facilities which meet the following minimum requirements:

(1) Sufficient chalk dry erase or electronic boards for effective teaching shall be provided.

(2) All training aids, including any audio-visuals, mockups, charts or aircraft components listed in the approved training program must be accurate and appropriate to the course for which they are used.

(3) The classroom shall be well-lighted.

(4) Inspectors/pilots shall be seated at suitable tables which provide sufficient space for writing and accomplishing assigned tasks.

(5) The classroom shall be kept clean.

(6) Sanitary restroom facilities shall be available within convenient distance of the classroom.

(7) The classroom facilities shall be adequately ventilated, heated in winter, and cooled in summer.

(8) Ambient noise shall be below the distraction point. The instructor's voice level shall be easily heard from any position in the classroom.

(9) The contractor shall comply with safety standards specified by the National Electrical Code, the National Fire Code, and the United States of America Standards Institute in conducting contract training.

(10) Local environmental distractions adversely affecting student learning shall be eliminated.

(11) A copy of the aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) shall be provided each inspector/pilot on the first training day of each training course for the subject aircraft and shall be retained by the inspector/pilot. A "Flight Training Manual" utilized in the contractor's training program which is at least equal in content and quality to the POH will be an acceptable substitute. Such manuals shall be included within the prices set forth in Part I, Schedule B.

(12) A copy of the syllabus, training schedule and description of all maneuvers and procedures to be conducted in the training course shall be provided each inspector/pilot on the first training day of each training course.

(13) A FAA approved full flight simulator (FFS) of the type specified in Paragraph F (1) (f) of this PWS, if applicable.

(14) Sufficient aircraft inventory for use in the training course to ensure availability of back-up aircraft when maintenance is necessary. All aircraft shall be airworthy and certificated in the normal category by the FAA.

(15) The contractor shall use only instructors authorized under their training program to instruct under this contract. All instructors used in flight training under this contract shall be authorized by the contractor to conduct all maneuvers and procedures required.

(j) The contractor's personnel, alone, shall be in command of the aircraft utilized in contract performance. At no time shall an FAA inspector/pilot be permitted to assume such command.

(k) The contractor shall provide all fuel, oil, landing fees, storage, and tie-down service. The contractor shall pay for all of these items and for any other costs related to operation and utilization of each aircraft provided by the contractor for training, reimbursement for which shall be deemed included in the contract price.

(l) Each aircraft provided by the contractor shall be operated and maintained in accordance with applicable FAA regulations.

12/10/25