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English training continues for Saudi pilots
Latest FMS modification for BlueForce brings total cumulative value to more than $42 million.
English language training outside the continental US for Royal Saudi Air Force crews will continue to be supported by Virginia-based BlueForce, under a $14.18 million FMS contract modification from the USAF 338th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron.
Work will be performed at King Abdul Aziz Air Base in Saudi Arabia, for completion by 3 January 2024.
The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $42.19 million.
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