SkyAlyne expands FAcT team
The SkyAlyne Canada partnership between CAE and KF Aerospace has strengthened its team that is bidding for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) contract.
ATCO Frontec, Bluedrop Training and Simulation, Canadian Base Operators, Canadian Helicopters, PAL Aerospace and Serco Canada are joining the team, SkyAlyne announced on 19 August.
SkyAlyne Canada is competing against teams led by Babcock Canada, Leonardo Canada, and Lockheed Martin Canada.
A contract award is expected in 2023.
CAE and KF Aerospace already deliver all phases of pilot training for the RCAF.
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