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Provision of UK-Based Light Aircraft, Pilot, and Fire & Crash Cover for RAF Falcons Parachuting

Awarded 01 Mar 2025

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Awarded01 Mar 2025

Value£1,002,008.00

SupplierSummit Air Limited

AgencyMinistry of Defence

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryDefense & Aerospace

Expires in 4mo1y 12mo term, 84% elapsed

Awarded 1 Mar 2025Expires 28 Feb 2027

About

Ministry of Defence awarded a contract to Summit Air Limited for the provision of UK-based light aircraft, pilot, and fire & crash cover services for the RAF Falcons parachuting team.

The contract, valued at £1,002,008, runs for a duration of 2 years from 1 March 2025 to 28 February 2027.

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