Cobham wins helicopter contract with Defence Ministry
Cobham Aviation Services has reported that FB Heliservices, its joint venture company, has been awarded a four year contract, with two possible one year extensions, by the UK Ministry of Defence, to continue to provide helicopter flying training.
Cobham Aviation Services has reported that FB Heliservices, its joint venture company, has been awarded a four year contract, with two possible one year extensions, by the UK Ministry of Defence, to continue to provide helicopter flying training.
The contract, which begins on April 1st, is worth £193m.
Under the contract, the firm will provide training at RAF Shawbury, RAF Valley and AAC Middle Wallop, together with support services at RAF Shawbury and AAC Middle Wallop.
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The contract represents a continuation of the existing Defence Helicopter Flying School and support services contract, which has been undertaken for the past 15 years.
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