Ministry of Defence, C&C, Other · Awarded contract

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Award of Live Flying Training for Watchkeeper TUAS Airmanship Development

Awarded 19 Apr 2017

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Awarded19 Apr 2017

Value£223,333.00

SupplierHorizon Aviation,Horizon Aviation

AgencyMinistry of Defence, C&C, Other

RegionSouth West

CategoryEducation & Training

Ended 5y 9mo ago3y 10mo term

Awarded 19 Apr 2017Expired 31 Jan 2021

About

Ministry of Defence, C&C, Other awarded a contract to Horizon Aviation for the provision of live flying training services to develop airmanship and air environment awareness for service personnel as part of their progressive training to operate the Watchkeeper Tactical Unmanned Air Systems (TUAS).

The contract value is AUD 223,333.

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