Gulfstream G280 Initial and Recurrent Pilot Qualification Training

Background
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is authorized under Title 49 of the United States Code to acquire and expend funds for the operation and maintenance of aircraft necessary for its duties. The FAA aims to ensure public safety and workforce credibility by having qualified inspectors conduct pilot evaluations and checks.

This contract seeks to provide initial and recurrent ground school and flight training for FAA inspectors/pilots in the Gulfstream G280 aircraft, which is crucial for maintaining their certifications and ensuring safety oversight.

Work Details
The contractor will provide initial/recurrent ground school and flight training specifically for FAA inspectors/pilots in the Gulfstream G280. The training must meet FAA formal flight training requirements, which will be recorded in personnel records.

Training includes:
1. Initial Pilot Qualification: Ground school, full flight simulator training, or flight training in an aircraft to achieve Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) standards.
2. Recurrent Pilot Qualification: Ground school and full flight simulator training to pass a pilot-in-command proficiency check at ATP standards.
3. Supplementary Training: Additional hours may be authorized as needed for individual inspectors/pilots to complete practical tests or proficiency checks. All instruction must comply with the contractor's approved training program, including specific requirements such as minimizing company-specific content not related to aircraft training, conducting training during acceptable hours, providing necessary materials, and ensuring a conducive learning environment.

Period of Performance
The contract will be performed over a period that is mutually agreed upon by both parties after receipt of notice that the requirement exists and funds are obligated.

Place of Performance
Oklahoma City OK UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must have an approved training program compliant with FAA regulations. They should possess the necessary expertise, equipment, and qualified personnel to deliver initial and recurrent pilot qualification training for the Gulfstream G280 aircraft. Instructors must be authorized under the submitted training program, and all materials used must meet specified accuracy and appropriateness standards.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on prior FAA training awards to Flightsafety International under contract number 6973GH23D00052 (and related contract 6973GH23D00052-6973GH25F00966). The prior awards, valued at $187,770 with periods spanning 05/04/23–01/01/27 and 06/06/25–01/01/27, included Gulfstream G280 initial pilot qualification training (Course 21800034). The current requirement for initial and recurrent ground school and flight training for FAA inspectors/pilots in the same aircraft type suggests continuity of the same training scope, with recurrent training likely building on the previously delivered G280 initial qualification content.