- Reaction score
- 3,949
- Points
- 1,260
First step: a Request for Information (RFI) ....
Some highlights/discussion points from the support documentation (6 page PDF via dropbox.com):
.... The current RCAF pilot training system is based on two inter related service contracts with end dates of 2021 and 2027. Efforts are underway to ensure a seamless transition and that any future training system is cohesive and structured to leverage emerging, more flexible technologies.
A Request For Information (RFI) has been released and is the first step in an engagement process intended to exploit Canadian industry experience and explore the potential for participation of industry in providing maximum value and capability for the RCAF.
This RFI is intended to be a starting point. It is seen as both an examination of feasibility and a sounding board exercise as we begin the examination of options, exploring what is within the realm of the possible. It is also intended to gauge what interest and capabilities exists for industry participation.
Open dialogue in both collective and individual forums will be used to examine the potential for industry involvement in the development of future RCAF pilot training systems.
This is not a bid solicitation, and no contract will result from this RFI ....
Some highlights/discussion points from the support documentation (6 page PDF via dropbox.com):
.... Deliver approximately 115 +/- 15% skilled military pilots per year taking ab initio student pilots from selection to relevant OTU input standards for the foreseeable future.
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Establish agile and flexible pilot production meeting the current and future needs of the RCAF. The Training System must be resourced to effectively meet current requirements including foreseeable surge. This must account for increased production and redirected effort accounting for operational factors and changing production requirements as dictated by the RCAF ....
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Manage risk and maintain program control of pilot training meeting expectations and the needs of the RCAF. The RCAF must maintain control over the training program output ....
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Training System Design and integration including asset disposition or ownership should balance flexibility and cost. The capability to update assets and resources to manage lifecycle change and take advantage of modernization opportunities is essential ....
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Maximize simulation and emulation to create efficiencies through downloading to the most efficient training aircraft and offload to ground based training. A new Training System must leverage savings available through new training concepts. These assets must be useable in a Distributed Mission Training (DMT) and/or Distributed Mission Operation (DMO) environment to enhance and coordinate with other CAF training or operational needs ....