SS1_20250912_PWS.pdf

Sources Sought Notice –

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FOR

CONTRACTOR TRAINING SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE U.S. COAST GUARD

GULFSTREAM V (GV)/GULFSTREAM G550 (G550) AIRCRAFT

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 BACKGROUND

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) operates the Gulfstream V (GV) and Gulfstream 550 (G550) aircraft as its principle long range command and control transportation medium. Due to the aircrafts’ advanced systems and flight characteristics, it is imperative that pilots, aircrew, and mechanics receive the knowledge, skills and abilities to efficiently and safely operate the GV and G550 aircraft.

1.2 SCOPE

The USCG is soliciting for training courses pertaining to these areas: GV Pilot Initial, GV to G550 Pilot Differences, GV Pilot Recurrent, GV Flight Engineer Recurrent, GV Avionics Pre- Course, GV International Procedures Initial, GV International Procedures Recurrent, GV 4-Hour Simulator Training, GV Corporate Cabin Attendant Initial, GV Basic Maintenance Initial, GV to G550 Maintenance Differences, GV Basic Avionics, GV Large Cabin Connectivity, GV Advanced Troubleshooting, GV Maintenance Update, GV Familiarization, GV Operational Maintenance Procedures, G550 Aero IT Maintenance, G550 Basic Maintenance Initial, G550 Basic Avionics, G550 Advanced Troubleshooting, G550 Maintenance Update, G550 Corporate Cabin Attendant Initial, G550 Familiarization, G550 Engine Run and Taxi, G550 Avionics Pre- Course, G550 Pilot Initial, G550 to GV Pilot Differences, G550 Pilot Recurrent, G550 Flight Engineer Recurrent, G550 Full Emergency Vision Assurance System (EVAS) Pilot, G550 Required Navigation Performance Authorization Required (RNP AR) Pilot Initial, G550 RNP AR Pilot Recurrent, G550 Category (CAT) II ILS Initial, G550 CAT II ILS Recurrent, G550 International Procedures Line Oriented Flight Training (LOFT) Initial, G550 Advanced Energy Management, G550 Advanced Rejected Takeoff Go/No-Go Initial, G550 Advanced Upset Prevention & Recovery Training (UPRT) Initial, G550 Advanced Crew Resource Management (CRM)/Human Factors LOFT, G550 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B), G550 Control Pilot Data Link Communication (CPDLC and CPDLC iFlightDeck), and G550 4- Hour Simulator Training.

1.3 OBJECTIVE

The USCG seeks a Contractor to provide Initial, Recurrent, and Maintenance training services for its pilots, aircrew, and mechanics operating or maintaining the GV and G550 aircraft.

1.4 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

1.4.1 Compliance Documents

https://uscg.sharepoint-mil.us/sites/CG9121YDrive/Shared%20Documents/HCA-COCO-12%20Team%20Files/Lauren%20Suydam/01.%20Working%20Folder/SCOPE%20PARAGRAPHS.doc

The following documents provide specifications, standards, or guidelines that must be complied with in order to meet the requirements of this contract:

• 14 CFR Parts 61, 91, 121, and 142 (https://www.ecfr.gov/)

• FAA Regulations, Orders, Airworthiness Directives, and Advisory Circulars

(https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies)

• Transport Canada Advisory Circular 700-041 (https://tc.canada.ca)

• GV/G550 Flight Manuals and Supplements (https://mygulfstream.com)

1.4.2 Reference Documents

The following documents may be helpful to the Contractor in performing the work described in this document:

• Documents listed in Section 1.4.1.

1.5 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

This contract includes a Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) at PWS 9.0. The PRS plays an integral role in the administration of the contract. In addition to any applicable inspection clauses or other related terms and conditions contained in the contract, the PRS shall serve as a primary tool for inspection and acceptance of services as facilitated by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Evaluation of the Contractor’s overall performance shall be in accordance with the performance standards set forth in the PRS, and will be conducted by the COR. The PRS constitutes a material aspect of the contract and will not be changed or otherwise modified without prior written approval of the Contracting Officer.

2.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

2.1 Course Requirements

2.1.1 The USCG seeks a Contractor to provide instructional services to the USCG’s GV and G550 maintenance personnel, pilots, and aircrew. The Contractor shall provide training courses in accordance with PWS 2.2 through 2.45, and as required by the compliance documents listed in PWS 1.4.1. The training detailed in PWS 2.2 through 2.45 shall include actual hands-on instruction through the use of the course laboratory simulators, aircraft mockups, actual aircraft, or aircraft parts. In addition, the courses outlined in PWS 2.2 through 2.45 shall have an application or web-based interface available for each student to view course materials, syllabus progression, and training schedules. For any courses that cannot be completed in person, a remote learning option may be substituted at the COR’s discretion. All courses listed in PWS

2.2 through 2.45 shall be completed by the same Contractor to ensure training standardization and continuity between pilots, aircrew, and maintenance crews; training may be conducted at different training facility locations as detailed in PWS 4.12. Each course shall not exceed a 5-week calendar period of instruction (including weekends and federal holidays). All courses must be specific to the GV and G550 airframes.

2.2 GV Pilot Initial Training

2.2.1 Objective: The Contractor shall conduct GV Aircraft Initial Pilot Training. The Contractor shall be able to instruct 2 pilots in each training class. In the event the Coast Guard is unable to send two pilots, with prior coordination with the Contractor (1 week notice), the Contractor will provide a second pilot to enable training completion. Initial training shall be to the standard that the pilots may receive an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) and Rating Type Certification from the FAA during an initial qualification course. Qualified pilots pursuing FAA Rating Type and/or ATP ratings must meet all the prerequisites of the FAA as well as the prerequisites of the Contractor's FAA approved training program.

2.2.2 Classroom Training: The Contractor shall provide classroom-presented GV training which addresses the following aircraft systems and limitations: aircraft general, power plant, electrical, hydraulics, fuel, pneumatics, air conditioning, pressurization, flight controls, landing gear and brakes, ice and rain protection, avionics/communications, fire protection, oxygen, lighting, auxiliary power unit, thrust reversers, and water/waste. In addition, instructor led classroom training shall include weight and balance, aircraft performance, digital automatic flight control systems, heads-up display (HUD), and enhanced vision system (EVS).

2.2.3 Simulator Training: A simulator training program shall be included and shall consist of instruction in the left pilot seat as per Federal Aviation Regulations 61.157. Simulator training shall consist of instruction in normal, alternate normal, and emergency procedures to include:

engine starting, taxi, take-off and landing procedures, normal and missed approaches. In addition, simulator instruction must include digital automatic flight control systems, HUD, and

EVS.

2.2.4 Simulator Pre-briefing: Each simulator training period shall be preceded by a verbal briefing between the Contractor provided instructor and pilots under instruction. This brief shall include a discussion on the evolutions, procedures, and areas of focus for the training period. In addition, the instructor shall resolve any questions and review the trainee's training record.

2.2.5 Cockpit Procedures Training: The cockpit procedures training shall include no less than six hours of system instruction, including no less than three hours in the left pilot's seat. The CPT shall be available for student use without an instructor and shall be capable of simulating the following: before starting functional checklist items, engine/APU starting and shut down procedures, external ac and dc power up procedures, takeoff, climb, cruise, approach, before landing, after landing, and shut down procedures.

2.3 GV to G550 Pilot Differences

2.3.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a GV to G550 Pilot Differences Course consisting of at least one day of ground training emphasizing differences between the GV and G550 aircraft in the following areas: aircraft general, communications, flight controls, auxiliary power unit, limitations, environmental control system, electrical, doors, flight automation, indicating and recording systems, navigation, equipment and furnishings, waste and water, fuselage, windows, wings, and aircraft performance.

2.4 GV Pilot Recurrent Training

2.4.1 Objective: The Contractor shall conduct GV Aircraft Recurrent Pilot Training. The Contractor shall be able to instruct 2 pilots in each training class. In the event the Coast Guard is unable to send two pilots, with prior coordination with the Contractor (1 week notice), the Contractor will provide a second pilot to enable training completion. The syllabus shall provide pilot recurrent training emphasizing aircraft normal and emergency systems operation and instrument procedures. This training shall be such that all trainees shall be re- qualified to serve as Pilot in Command in the GV aircraft in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation 61.58.

The course shall include, but is not limited to an overview of the current GV Airplane Flight Manual.

2.4.2 Classroom Training: The Contractor shall provide classroom-presented recurrent GV training, which addresses the following aircraft systems and limitations: aircraft general, powerplant, electrical, hydraulics, fuel, pneumatics, air conditioning, pressurization, flight controls, landing gear and brakes, ice and rain protection, avionics/communications, fire protection, oxygen, lighting, auxiliary power unit, thrust reversers, and water/waste. In addition, classroom presented training shall include weight and balance, aircraft performance, and digital automatic flight control systems. During recurrent training, Contractor developed training profiles shall be used. At the discretion of the Government, a USCG Flight Examiner may attend the last scheduled simulator training day to complete a USCG Standardization Check. It is anticipated that at least one (1) or more flight engineers will attend GV recurrent training, with the pilots.

2.4.3 Simulator Training: The simulator training program shall include no less than six (6) hours of simulator instruction in the left pilot's seat, to include a proficiency check as per Federal Aviation Regulations 61.58. Consideration shall be given to pairing USCG students with other USCG students. A simulator training program shall be included and shall consist of instruction in the left pilot's seat and a progressive proficiency check as per Federal Aviation Regulations

61.58. During recurrent training, Contractor developed training profiles shall be used. Simulator training shall consist of instruction in normal, alternate normal, and emergency procedures to include: engine starting, taxi, take-off and landing procedures, instrument departures, standard terminal arrivals, precision/non-precision approaches (both RNAV and ground based navigation aids), and missed approaches. In addition, simulator instruction must include: weight and balance, aircraft performance, digital automatic flight control systems, HUD, and EVS procedures as applicable. At the discretion of the Government, a USCG Flight Examiner pilot may attend the last scheduled simulator training event to complete a USCG Flight Examination Standardization Check.

2.4.4 Simulator Pre-briefing: Each simulator training period shall be preceded by a verbal briefing between the Contractor provided instructor and pilots under instruction. This brief shall include a discussion on the evolutions, procedures, and areas of focus for the training period. In addition, the instructor shall resolve any questions and review the trainee's training record.

2.5 GV Flight Engineer Recurrent Training

2.5.1 Objective: This training shall provide flight engineers the opportunity to observe normal and emergency GV aircraft system operation during ground and in flight. This may be accomplished in classroom, simulator, or a cockpit procedures trainer. At course completion, students shall receive a Letter of Attendance.

2.5.2 Classroom Training: The Contractor shall provide the opportunity to observe the GV Pilot Recurrent classroom training. It is anticipated that at least one (1) or more flight engineers will attend GV recurrent training with USCG pilots during the GV Recurrent Course.

2.5.3 Simulator Training. As part of the flight engineer recurrent training, a simulator training program shall be included that consists of observation from the flight engineers jump seat of the pilot recurrent simulator.

2.5.4 Simulator Pre-briefing. Flight Engineer Recurrent trainees shall attend as observers of the GV Pilot Recurrent Training Simulator Pre-briefing.

2.6 GV Avionics Pre-Course

2.6.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide an avionics course suited to transition the student from a standard cockpit to the highly automated glass cockpit, which includes associated avionics of the GV.

2.6.2 Classroom Training: The classroom training shall be comprised of digital automatic flight control systems to include: electronic display, integrated avionics, micro air data computer, inertial reference, weather radar, radio altimeter, flight management. It is expected that this course be completed prior to GV Pilot Initial training.

2.7 GV International Procedures Initial Training

2.7.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide international airspace procedures for GV qualified pilots and aircrew members. This course should introduce and the student to the requirements for flying in oceanic and international airspace in accordance with ICAO rules and regulations.

2.7.2 Classroom Training: The classroom training shall include, but not be limited to the following topics: ICAO rules, oceanic entry requirements, oceanic flight procedures, MNPS/RVSM operations for North Atlantic, RNP 10 operations for Pacific, BRNAV/PRNAV operations for Europe, and China RVSM Flight Level Allocation Scheme (FLAS).

2.8 GV International Procedures Recurrent Training

2.8.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide recurrent instruction to safely navigate international airspace. The classroom instruction shall provide refresher level instruction to the student that fulfills the requirements for flying in oceanic and international airspace in accordance with ICAO rules and regulations, to include entry requirements and procedures, MNPS/RVSM operations for North Atlantic, RNP 10 operations for Pacific, BRNAV/PRNAV operations for Europe, and China RVSM Flight Level Allocation Scheme (FLAS). The use of remote learning to complete this course is considered acceptable provided it does not require the physical presence of the trainer and students for hands on training.

2.9 GV 4-Hour Simulator Training

2.9.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide additional simulator time in four hour blocks, for GV Pilots, in addition to those specified under Pilot Qualification Training or for any other mission requirement. The training class will normally consist of two (2) pilots and one (1) flight engineer per class; however, an additional flight engineer may be ordered on an as needed basis.

All flight instructors for these additional training hours are to be provided by the government and not the Contractor. Operation of the simulator will remain the responsibility of the Contractor.

2.9.2 Simulator Training: The additional simulator hours are required to meet unique training requirements and provide mission specific training for elevated risk destinations, unfamiliar airports/environments, crew resource management training and specific maneuver and/or aviation performance standard review. If two USCG pilots under instruction are to complete the simulator session, a qualified GV Flight Engineer will be allowed to attend simulator pre-brief and simulator session (in the jump seat) at no additional cost.

2.10 GV Corporate Cabin Attendant Initial

2.10.1 Objective: The Contractor shall present in-flight response training and Cabin Safety and Food Service material for USCG GV qualified Basic Aircrew (BA). Class composition shall consist of qualified BAs assigned to USCG Air Station Washington.

2.10.2 Classroom Training: The classroom training shall include but, is not limited to:

• Initial assessment of medical and traumatic emergencies in flight, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED), treatment for common illnesses and injuries, and decompression and high altitude physiology. CPR and AED training shall qualify trainees for American Heart Association (AHA) AED and CPR certification or certification renewal (as applicable).

• General cabin safety and food service preparation that includes but is not limited to safe food handling, storage, preparation, and menu for domestic and international flights,

2.10.3 Hands-on Training: an aircraft cabin mock-up will be used to provide hands-on training in the use of onboard emergency equipment to treat common illnesses and injuries, decompression and high altitude physiology, cambatting in-flight fires (to include smoke control), hard landings and water landings, and other in-flight emergencies.

2.10.4 Pool Training: a pool shall be provided to train students on proper evacuation procedures in the event of a water landing, to include the donning of life vests, inflation of life rafts, boarding life rafts, and basic survival training.

2.11 Crew Resource Management (CRM)

2.11.1 Objective: To meet USCG requirements, CRM skills shall be integrated into all classroom academic training, simulator briefings/debriefings, and training syllabi, but only needs to be evaluated in the course examination for the Pilot Initial Training and Pilot Recurrent Training. CRM Core Curriculum will focus on:

• Situational Awareness: Objectives for preventing the loss of situational awareness, skills for recognizing the loss of situational awareness, and techniques for recovering from the loss of situational awareness.

• Crew Coordination/Flight Integrity: Impact on aircrew performance of command authority, leadership, responsibility, assertiveness, conflict resolution, hazardous attitudes, behavioral styles, legitimate avenues of dissent, and team-building.

• Communication: Common errors, cultural influences, and barriers (rank, age, experience and position). Skills will encompass listening, feedback, precision and efficiency of communication with all members and agencies (i.e., Crewmembers, Weather, ATC, Dispatch etc.).

• Risk Management/Decision Making: Includes risk assessment, the risk management process, tools, breakdowns in judgment and flight discipline, problem solving, evaluation of hazards, and control measures.

• Task Management: Includes establishing priorities, overload, under load, complacency, management of automation, available resources, checklist discipline, and standard operating procedures.

• Mission Planning/Debrief: Includes pre-mission analysis and planning, briefing, ongoing mission evaluation, and post mission debrief. Also, specific tools and techniques to be used on operational missions.

2.12 GV Basic Maintenance Initial

2.12.1 Objective: The Contractor’s course, at a minimum, shall cover the following systems and/or topics: equipment & furnishings, an overall introduction to the avionics of the aircraft, central maintenance systems, electrical power systems, auxiliary power unit, power plant, fire protection, fuel system, ground handling, water/waste, environment/pressurization, ice & rain protection, oxygen, hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, structures, and lightings. In addition, the course shall teach the student to interpret and utilize the OEM manuals, publicans, and the wiring manual.

2.12.2 The Contractor’s course shall utilize maintenance training devices such as; course laboratory simulators, aircraft mock-ups, actual aircraft, or aircraft parts.

2.12.3 Upon completion of the course, students shall be able to demonstrate their ability to conduct maintenance on the GV aircraft.

2.13 GV to G550 Maintenance Differences

2.13.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a GV to G550 Maintenance Differences Course emphasizing differences between the GV and G550 aircraft systems and maintenance procedures in the following areas: aircraft general, central maintenance systems, electrical power systems, auxiliary power unit, power plant, fire protection, fuel system, ground handling, water/waste, environment/pressurization, ice & rain protection, oxygen, hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, structures, and lightings. In addition, the course shall teach the student the differences between GV and G550 OEM manuals, publications, and the wiring manual.

2.14 GV Basic Avionics

2.14.1 Objective: The Contract shall provide a comprehensive avionics maintenance training course that will teach the students the knowledge and skill necessary to effectively maintain the basic GV aircraft avionics systems.

2.14.2 The Contractor’s course, at a minimum, shall provide instruction on the following aircraft systems: flight guidance panel, electronic display system, radio frequency management unit, weather radar system, HF T/S hex fault codes, flight data recorder, electronic flight information system, ground maintenance testing procedures, radio altimeter system, flight management system, micro air data computer, audio system, auto-throttle system, global positioning system, domestic reduced vertical separation minima, traffic collision avoidance system, inertial reference system, enhanced ground proximity warning system, standby flight instruments.

2.14.3 The Contractor’s course shall place an emphasis on developing thorough system knowledge and efficient maintenance practices in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance publications.

2.14.4 Upon completion students shall be able to demonstrate their ability to effectively maintain the basic GV avionics systems.

2.15 GV Large Cabin Connectivity-Maintenance

2.15.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a comprehensive avionics maintenance training course that will teach the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively maintain the GV communication systems.

2.15.2 The Contractor’s course, at a minimum, shall cover the following: satellite communication system, network fundamentals/configurations, Voice/Data system and Airshow system.

2.15.3 The Contractor’s course curriculum shall include component location, maintenance practices, and troubleshooting problems to the BITE level.

2.15.4 The Contractor’s course shall incorporate the use of specialized troubleshooting equipment and software.

2.15.5 Upon completion students shall be able to demonstrate their ability to effectively maintain the GV Cabin Communication systems.

2.16 GV Advanced Troubleshooting

2.16.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a course designed to teach technicians to effectively and efficiently troubleshoot complex discrepancies in the following GV systems:

aircraft general, central maintenance systems, electrical power systems, auxiliary power unit, power plant, fire protection, fuel system, ground handling, water/waste, environment/pressurization, ice & rain protection, oxygen, hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, structures, and lightings. In addition, the course shall teach the student to effectively navigate GV OEM manuals, publications, and the wiring manual.

2.16.2 The Contractor shall place an emphasis on practical troubleshooting applications.

2.16.3 Upon completion students shall be able to demonstrate their ability to effectively perform advanced troubleshooting techniques and procedures utilizing the GV maintenance manual and wiring diagrams.

2.17 GV Maintenance Update

2.17.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a course that provides experienced GV maintenance technicians with information pertaining to the latest OEM updates, improvements, modifications, and service bulletins applicable to the GV aircraft.

2.17.2 The Contractor’s course shall present the technicians with new field information for the maintenance of the GV aircraft. The Contractor’s course shall not be a comprehensive review course.

2.17.3 Upon completion students shall be able to demonstrate their familiarity with information pertaining to the latest OEM updates, improvements, modifications, and service bulletins applicable to the GV aircraft.

2.18 GV Familiarization

2.18.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a course that provides maintenance managers instruction in the following topics: basic familiarization with the aircraft systems focusing on a managerial perspective.

2.18.2 The course shall present instruction to the maintenance managers on how to make decisions regarding aircraft status.

2.19 GV Operational Maintenance Procedures

2.19.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a course that provides experience GV maintenance technicians with in-depth troubleshooting and fault assessments.

2.19.2 The Contractor shall place an emphasis on practical troubleshooting applications. The Contractor’s course shall include a comprehensive review course.

2.19.3 Upon completion students shall be able to demonstrate their ability to effectively perform advanced troubleshooting techniques and procedures utilizing the GV maintenance manual and wiring diagrams. The student shall also be able to demonstrate their familiarity with information pertaining to the latest OEM updates, improvements, modifications, and service bulletins applicable to the GV aircraft.

2.20 G550 Aero IT Maintenance

2.20.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a comprehensive information technology course with a certification for the configuration and troubleshooting of networks and Satellite Communications systems onboard the G550.

2.20.2 The Contractor’s course, at a minimum, shall cover the following: Satellite networks and Network Theory, along with troubleshooting and network management.

2.20.3 The Contractor’s course curriculum shall include component location, maintenance practices, and troubleshooting problems.

2.20.4 The Contractor’s course shall incorporate the use of specialized troubleshooting SATCOM issues.

2.20.5 Upon completion students shall be able to demonstrate their ability to effectively maintain the G550 SATCOM systems.

2.21 G550 Basic Maintenance Initial

2.21.1 Objective: The Contractor’s course, at a minimum, shall cover the following systems and/or topics: equipment & furnishings, an overall introduction to the avionics of the aircraft, central maintenance systems, electrical power systems, auxiliary power unit, power plant, fire protection, fuel system, ground handling, water/waste, environment/pressurization, ice & rain protection, oxygen, hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, structures, and lightings. In addition, the course shall teach the student to interpret and utilize the OEM manuals, publicans, and the wiring manual.

2.21.2 The Contractor’s course shall utilize maintenance training devices such as; course laboratory simulators, aircraft mock-ups, actual aircraft, or aircraft parts.

2.21.3 Upon completion of the course, students shall be able to demonstrate their ability to conduct maintenance on the G550 aircraft.

2.22 G550 Basic Avionics

2.22.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a comprehensive avionics maintenance training course that will teach the students the knowledge and skill necessary to effectively maintain the basic G550 aircraft avionics systems.

2.22.2 The Contractor’s course, at a minimum, shall provide instruction on the following aircraft systems: flight guidance panel, electronic display system, radio frequency management unit, weather radar system, HF T/S hex fault codes, flight data recorder, electronic flight information system, ground maintenance testing procedures, radio altimeter system, flight management system, micro air data computer, audio system, auto-throttle system, global positioning system, domestic reduced vertical separation minima, traffic collision avoidance system, inertial reference system, enhanced ground proximity warning system, standby flight instruments.

2.22.3 The Contractor’s course shall place an emphasis on developing thorough system knowledge and efficient maintenance practices in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance publications.

2.22.4 Upon completion students shall be able to demonstrate their ability to effectively maintain the basic G550 avionics systems.

2.23 G550 Advanced Troubleshooting

2.23.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a course designed to teach technicians to effectively and efficiently troubleshoot complex discrepancies in the following G550 systems:

aircraft general, central maintenance systems, electrical power systems, auxiliary power unit, power plant, fire protection, fuel system, ground handling, water/waste, environment/pressurization, ice & rain protection, oxygen, hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, structures, and lightings. In addition, the course shall teach the student to effectively navigate G550 OEM manuals, publications, and the wiring manual.

2.23.2 The Contractor shall place an emphasis on practical troubleshooting applications.

2.23.3 Upon completion students shall be able to demonstrate their ability to effectively perform advanced troubleshooting techniques and procedures utilizing the G550 maintenance manual and wiring diagrams.

2.24 G550 Maintenance Update

2.24.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a course that provides experience G550 maintenance technicians with information pertaining to the latest OEM updates, improvements, modifications, and service bulletins applicable to the G550 aircraft.

2.24.2 The Contractor’s course shall present the technicians with new field information for the maintenance of the G550 aircraft. The Contractor’s course shall not be a comprehensive review course.

2.24.3 Upon completion students shall be able to demonstrate their familiarity with information pertaining to the latest OEM updates, improvements, modifications, and service bulletins applicable to the G550 aircraft.

2.25 G550 Corporate Cabin Attendant Initial

2.25.1 Objective: The Contractor shall present in-flight response training and Cabin Safety and Food Service material for USCG G550 qualified Basic Aircrew (BA). Class composition shall consist of qualified BAs assigned to USCG Air Station Washington.

2.25.2 Classroom Training: The classroom training shall include but, is not limited to:

• Initial assessment of medical and traumatic emergencies in flight, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED), treatment for common illnesses and injuries, and decompression and high altitude physiology. CPR and AED training shall qualify trainees for American Heart Association (AHA) AED and CPR certification or certification renewal (as applicable).

• General cabin safety and food service preparation that includes but is not limited to safe food handling, storage, preparation, and menu for domestic and international flights,

2.25.3 Hands-on Training: an aircraft cabin mock-up will be used to provide hands-on training in the use of onboard emergency equipment to treat common illnesses and injuries, decompression and high altitude physiology, cambatting in-flight fires (to include smoke control), hard landings and water landings, and other in-flight emergencies.

2.25.4 Pool Training: a pool shall be provided to train students on proper evacuation procedures in the event of a water landing, to include the donning of life vests, inflation of life rafts, boarding life rafts, and basic survival training.

2.26 G550 Familiarization

2.26.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a course that provides maintenance managers instruction in the following topics: basic familiarization with the aircraft systems focusing on a managerial perspective.

2.26.2 The course shall present instruction to the maintenance managers on how to make decisions regarding aircraft status.

2.27 G550 Engine Run and Taxi

2.27.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a course that provides experience G550 maintenance technicians with the knowledge to perform engine run-ups and taxiing within the G550 engine parameters. The course shall include training that combines ground school and simulator training to cover normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures.

2.27.2 The Contractor shall administer a comprehensive final engine run-up and taxi check.

2.27.3 Upon completion students shall have enhanced safety knowledge while performing a G550 engine run-up and taxi, and heightened level of system knowledge.

2.28 G550 Avionics Pre-Course

2.28.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide an avionics pre-course suited to transition pilots from various cockpit designs to Honeywell’s advanced avionics suite outfitted in the G550 aircraft.

2.28.2 Classroom Training: The classroom training shall introduce the student to Honeywell’s Electronic Display System and Flight Management System to include: primary flight displays, navigation displays and switching, engine instruments, crew alerting system, synoptic pages, formats, color conventions, manipulation of displays, display controllers, failure recognition/actions. instructor led computer based or graphical flight simulator training includes:

flight management flight planning, performance planning, inertial reference units alignment, display controllers, weather radar, and electronic flight information system displays. It is expected that this course be completed prior to G550 Pilot Initial training.

2.29 G550 Pilot Initial

2.29.1 Objective: The Contractor shall conduct G550 Initial Pilot Training. The USCG intends on sending two pilots each training class. The Contractor shall be able to instruct 2 pilots in each training class. In the event the Coast Guard is unable to send two pilots, with prior coordination with the Contractor (1 week notice), the Contractor will provide a second pilot to enable training completion. Initial training shall be to the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Rating Type Certification standard. Pilots pursuing an FAA Type and/or ATP Certificate will accomplish the appropriate FAA check ride in the left seat. Qualified pilots pursuing FAA Type and/or ATP ratings must meet all the prerequisites of the FAA as well as the prerequisites of the Contractor's FAA approved training program.

2.29.2 Classroom Training: The Contractor shall provide classroom-presented G550 training which addresses the following aircraft systems and limitations: aircraft general, power plant, electrical, hydraulics, fuel, pneumatics, air conditioning, pressurization, flight controls, landing gear and brakes, ice and rain protection, avionics/communications, fire protection, oxygen, lighting, auxiliary power unit, thrust reversers, and water/waste. In addition, instructor led classroom training shall include weight and balance, aircraft performance, digital automatic flight control systems, HUD, and EVS.

2.29.3 Simulator Training: A simulator training program shall be included and shall consist of instruction in the left pilot seat as per Federal Aviation Regulations 61.157. Simulator training shall consist of instruction in normal, alternate normal and emergency procedures with the following areas of emphasis: engine starting, taxi, take-off and landing procedures, instrument departures, standard terminal arrivals, precision/non-precision approaches (both RNAV and ground based navigation aids), and missed approaches. In addition, simulator instruction must include weight and balance, aircraft performance, digital automatic flight control systems, HUD, and EVS training.

2.29.4 Simulator Pre-briefing: Each simulator training period shall be preceded by a verbal briefing between the Contractor provided instructor and pilots under instruction. This brief shall include a discussion on the evolutions, procedures, and areas of focus for the training period. In addition, the instructor shall resolve any questions and review the trainee's training record.

2.29.5 Cockpit Procedures Training (CPT): The cockpit procedures training shall include no less than six hours of system instruction, including no less than three hours in the left pilot's seat. The CPT shall be available for student use without an instructor and shall be capable of simulating the following: before starting functional checklist items, engine/APU starting and shut down procedures, external ac and dc power up procedures, takeoff, climb, cruise, approach, before landing, after landing, and shut down procedures.

2.30 G550 to GV Pilot Differences

2.30.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a GV Differences Course consisting of at least one day of ground training emphasizing differences between the G550 and GV aircraft in the following areas: aircraft general, communications, flight controls, auxiliary power unit, limitations, environmental control system, electrical, doors, flight automation, indicating and recording systems, navigation, equipment and furnishings, waste and water, fuselage, windows, wings, and aircraft performance.

2.31 G550 Pilot Recurrent

2.31.1 Objective: The USCG intends on sending two pilots and one flight engineer for each training class. The Contractor shall be able to instruct 2 pilots in each training class. In the event the Coast Guard is unable to send two pilots, with prior coordination with the Contractor (1 week notice), the Contractor will provide a second pilot to enable training completion. The syllabus shall provide pilot recurrent training emphasizing aircraft normal, alternate normal, and emergency procedures under Instrument Flight Rules. This training shall be such that all trainees shall be re qualified to serve as Pilot in Command in the G550 aircraft in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation 61.58. The course shall include, but is not limited to an overview of the current G550 Airplane Flight Manual.

2.31.2 Classroom Training: The classroom instruction shall consist of fifteen to twenty hours of instruction. The Contractor shall provide classroom-presented recurrent G550 training, which addresses the following aircraft systems and limitations: aircraft general, powerplant, electrical, hydraulics, fuel, pneumatics, air conditioning, pressurization, flight controls, landing gear and brakes, ice and rain protection, avionics/communications, fire protection, oxygen, lighting, auxiliary power unit, thrust reversers, and water/waste. In addition, classroom presented training shall include weight and balance, aircraft performance, digital automatic flight control systems, HUD, and EVS.

2.31.3 Simulator Training: The simulator training program shall include no less than six (6) hours of simulator instruction in the left pilot's seat, to include a proficiency check as per Federal Aviation Regulations 61.58. Consideration shall be given to pairing USCG students with other USCG students. A simulator training program shall be included and shall consist of instruction in the left pilot's seat and a progressive proficiency check as per Federal Aviation Regulations

61.58. During recurrent training, Contractor developed training profiles shall be used. Simulator training shall consist of instruction in normal, alternate normal, and emergency procedures to include: engine starting, taxi, take-off and landing procedures, instrument departures, standard terminal arrivals, precision/non-precision approaches (both RNAV and ground based navigation aids), and missed approaches. In addition, simulator instruction must include: weight and balance, aircraft performance, digital automatic flight control systems, HUD, and EVS procedures as applicable. At the discretion of the Government, a USCG Flight Examiner may attend the last scheduled simulator training event to complete a USCG Standardization Check.

2.31.4 Simulator Pre-briefing: Each simulator training period shall be preceded by a verbal briefing between the Contractor provided instructor and pilots under instruction. This brief shall include a discussion on the evolutions, procedures, and areas of focus for the training period. In addition, the instructor shall resolve any questions and review the trainee's training record.

2.32 G550 Flight Engineer Recurrent

2.32.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide flight engineers the opportunity to observe normal, alternate normal, and emergency G550 aircraft system operation during ground and in flight. This may be accomplished in classroom, simulator, or a cockpit procedures trainer. At course completion, students shall receive a Letter of Attendance.

2.32.2 Classroom Training: The Contractor shall provide the opportunity to observe the G550 Pilot Recurrent classroom training. It is anticipated that at least one (1) or more Flight Engineers will attend G550 recurrent training, with USCG pilots during the G550 Recurrent Course.

2.32.3 Simulator Training. As part of the Flight Engineer Recurrent Training, a simulator training program shall consist of normal aircrew duties and checklist items required by the flight engineer from the jump seat during the Pilot Recurrent Simulator.

2.32.4 Simulator Pre-briefing. Flight Engineer Recurrent trainees shall attend as observers of the G550 Pilot Recurrent Training Simulator Pre-briefing.

2.33 G550 Full Emergency Vision Assurance (EVAS) Pilot

2.33.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide the pilot with the knowledge necessary to understand the limitations and procedures for safe operation of the installed Emergency Vision Assurance System (EVAS). This course shall be taken during G550 Pilot Initial training.

2.33.2 Classroom or Remote Learning Training: The EVAS ground training shall educate pilots on the following:

• State the location, purpose and operation of the EVAS components, controls, and indicators.

• Identify the required EVAS test procedures.

• List the steps involved in both normal and abnormal EVAS operations.

• Explain the limitations of the EVAS.

• Describe how Crew Resource Management can influence the use of EVAS.

2.33.3 Simulator Training: The simulator training program shall reinforce material presented in the classroom or remote learning segment. In addition, the pilot shall practice at least one approach and landing with smoke in the cockpit and requires the deployment of the EVAS unit.

2.34 G550 Required Navigation Performance Authorization (RNP AR) Pilot Initial

2.34.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide training of sufficient detail on the aircraft navigation systems to enable the pilot to perform proper RNP AR arrival and approach procedures in accordance with the FAA Letter of Authorization for the G550. Additionally, the course shall provide proper training on how to identify failures affecting the aircraft’s RNP capability and apply the appropriate contingency procedures. The G550 RNP AR Pilot Initial may be taken during G550 Pilot Initial or Recurrent training.

2.34.2 Classroom Training: The Contractor shall provide at least three hours of RNP AR ground training in the following focus areas: RNP overview, RNAV and RNP definitions, operational considerations, ATC communication and coordination, navigation sensors, MEL operating provisions, RNP monitoring program, Aircraft Flight Manual Procedures, and FAA Letter of Authorization Approval Process.

2.34.3 Simulator Training: The simulator training and qualification assessment shall be conducted as a Pilot Flying and Pilot Monitoring to include: RNP AR pre-flight procedures, dispatch assessment, navigation database currency, normal and abnormal procedures, ATC reporting requirements, groundspeed/airspeed and bank angle restrictions, navigation system alerts and loss of GPS, and RNP AR Approach with RF legs to include alternate missed approach procedures.

2.35 G550 Required Navigation Performance Authorization (RNP AR) Pilot Recurrent

2.35.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide RNP AR refresher training of sufficient detail on the aircraft navigation systems required for the pilot to perform RNP AR arrival and approach procedures in accordance with the FAA Letter of Authorization for the G550. This recurrent course shall be a ground course only and is normally taken in concert with a regular G550 Pilot Recurrent course. This does not preclude RNP AR approaches from being flown during the G550 Pilot Recurrent simulator period.

2.36 G550 Category (CAT) II ILS Initial

2.36.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide an approved CAT II training course that is consistent with Federal Aviation Regulations. The CAT II Initial Course may be taken in conjunction with G550 Pilot Initial or Recurrent training.

2.36.2 Classroom Training: The Contractor shall provide at least at least two hours of CAT II approach ground training in the following focus areas: general procedures, airport and airplane equipment, instrument landing system approach categories, regulations and Letters of Authorization, aircraft specific operating procedures and limitations, weather conditions (fog and visual reference), flight crew qualifications and training, Standard Operating Procedures, and CAT II monitoring.

2.36.3 Simulator Training: The simulator training and qualification assessment shall be conducted as a Pilot Flying and Pilot Monitoring to include: CAT II required equipment, instrument failures and warning systems, excessive deviation demonstration, abnormal procedures (indication/action), demonstrate of visual characteristics at 100 feet for various RVRs, approach monitoring, CAT II ILS (full procedures), CAT II ILS to 100’/1200’ RVR:

landing/cross wind /go-around, engine failure before middle marker and single engine go-around.

2.37 G550 Category (CAT) II ILS Recurrent

2.37.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide an approved CAT II training course that is consistent with Federal Aviation Regulations. The CAT II Recurrent Course may be taken in conjunction with G550 Recurrent training.

2.37.2 Classroom Training: The classroom training shall be comprised of ground training on the CAT II approach specifics to include: general procedures, airport and airplane equipment, instrument landing system approach categories, regulations and Letters of Authorization, aircraft specific operating procedures and limitations, weather conditions (fog and visual reference), flight crew qualifications and training, Standard Operating Procedures, and CAT II monitoring.

2.37.3 Simulator Training: The simulator training and qualification assessment shall be ensure the pilot is proficient in the following areas: CAT II required equipment, instrument failures and warning systems, excessive deviation demonstration, abnormal procedures (indication/action), demonstrate of visual characteristics at 100 feet for various RVRs, approach monitoring, CAT II ILS (full procedures), CAT II ILS to 100’/1200’ RVR, landing/cross wind /go-around, engine failure before middle marker and single engine go-around.

2.38 G550 International Procedures Line Oriented Flight Training (LOFT)

2.38.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide the pilot with the opportunity to experience a realistic international flight scenario with special emphasis on flight planning, international and regional aviation regulations, and contingency procedures in remote oceanic airspace. The International Procedures Initial or Recurrent Course is a prerequisite prior to the International Procedures LOFT.

2.38.2 Simulator Training: The simulator training program shall challenge pilots and Flight Engineer (as applicable) to deal effectively with in-flight contingencies in international airspace contained in ICAO Doc 4444. The following are areas of emphasis during the International Procedures LOFT: oceanic separation standards, oceanic flight plan, route options, minimum navigation performance standard procedures, RNP/RNAV procedures, North Atlantic Routes, flight plan loading, oceanic clearance, plotting charts and navigation log, oceanic communications, strategic lateral offset procedure, icao contingencies, and crew resource management in oceanic airspace. If two USCG Pilots are to complete the simulator session, a qualified USCG Flight Engineer will be allowed to attend simulator pre-brief and simulator session (in the jump seat) at no additional cost.

2.38.3 Simulator Pre-briefing: Each simulator training period shall be preceded by a verbal briefing between the Contractor provided instructor, pilots under instruction, and flight engineer (as applicable). This shall include a discussion on oceanic flight plans, navigation plotting and record keeping, contingency procedures, evolutions to be covered during the training period, resolution of any questions, and a review of training records.

2.39 G550 Advanced Energy Management

2.39.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide a course that focuses on the physics of operating the G550 aircraft during the descent phase of flight. The course shall assist the pilot to predict in advance whether or not they will meet a stable approach criteria prior to landing.

2.39.2 Simulator Training: : The simulator training program shall be at least four hours in length for two pilots and Flight Engineer (as applicable) includes up to 10 different scenarios. Each scenario shall demonstrate various aircraft configurations, altitudes, and airspeeds to give the pilot a solid understanding of an aircraft’s energy state and assist in decision making for a stabilized approach and safe landing. If two USCG Pilots are to complete the simulator session, a qualified USCG Flight Engineer will be allowed to attend simulator pre-brief and simulator session (in the jump seat) at no additional cost.

2.40 G550 Advanced Rejected Takeoff Go/No-Go Initial

2.40.1 Objective: The Contractor shall provide the training necessary…