Falcon 900EX EASy Sim Training (FAA Type Rating Requirement)

The Department of the Air Force United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa is seeking pilot training services that result in FAA type ratings on the Dassault Falcon 900EX EASy airframe. The procurement encompasses initial and recurrent pilot training programs, with potential peripheral crew training in maintenance, special mission aviation, and dispatch functions. The training curriculum must include ground school instruction emphasizing the Enhanced Avionics System (EASy), simulator training in a Level C or D full-flight simulator, and instruction on normal, emergency, and specialized procedures. Respondents must demonstrate quick execution capability with available simulator slots, relevant past contract experience, and provide proprietary training syllabi. The deadline for submitting responses to this Request for Information is April 20, 2026, with a questions deadline of April 15, 2026.

This opportunity uses no set-aside designation and will be awarded under NAICS code 611512 (Flight Training) in Fiscal Year 2026. The anticipated contract structure utilizes four Firm Fixed Unit Price (FFUP) CLINs covering initial pilot training, supplementary training for unsuccessful candidates, continuous training for maintaining airframe literacy, and potential peripheral crew training, with companies competing on per-trainee unit pricing. No incumbent contractor is identified in this pre-solicitation notice. The Government anticipates requiring contract performance within two to three months if the requirement is approved, with training slots estimated through March 2027. Specific budget ranges and award values are not disclosed in this market research phase, as the RFI is issued for information and planning purposes only.