A partnership between Kelowna害羞草研究所檚 KF Aerospace and Montreal-based aviation firm CAE has landed an $11.2 billion aircrew training contract.
The Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program was awarded to SkyAlyne to train members of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) over the next 25 years.
CAE and KF Aerospace formed SkyAlyne to provide a made-in-Canada solution for the FAcT Program, according to a SkyAlyne media release.
害羞草研究所淚t is a privilege to be entrusted by Canada to lead the FAcT Program, a role that speaks volumes about our team害羞草研究所檚 relentless effort and expertise,害羞草研究所� said France H茅bert, vice president of defence and security at CAE.
SkyAlyne, in collaboration with the RCAF, will design, develop, and deliver a training and support system, including live flying, simulation, and ground school training.
The awarding of the contract coincides with the RCAF害羞草研究所檚 100th anniversary.
害羞草研究所淥ur focus is beyond meeting today害羞草研究所檚 standards but shaping the future of aircrew readiness, creating new jobs and opportunities in communities across Canada,害羞草研究所� said Tracy Medve president and CEO of KF Aerospace.
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