Encrypted Air Combat Manoeuvring Instrumentation contract boosts US Air Force readiness
The contract, awarded to Cubic Defense, will enable 4th and 5th generation aircraft to train seamlessly together.
UK outlines Dreadnought training requirement
The UK MoD has issued a document calling for expressions of interest (EoI) to become the Dreadnought Crew Training Prime and Integrator.
According to MoD procurement organisation Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S), the eventual contract is classed as B1. This denotes a value of £100 million to $250 million ($122 million to $305 million).
Considering the scope of the requirement, it is likely to be closer to £250 million by the time it is delivered.
Responses are due by 30 July 2020 and an invitation to tender is planned for release on 7 September. A contract award is expected on
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