Hire of Aircraft and Simulator Services Panel
Tender Overview
About this tender
Operators are invited to provide the following services under this panel arrangement: aircraft hire for transportation needs where a CASA officer is to be pilot in command aircraft hire for flight checking of navigational aids (NAVAIDs), airways, instrument approaches and aerodromes simulator hire for instrument approach data validation aircraft and simulator hire for flight training (Part 141 and/or Part 142 Certification applicable), aircraft type conversion or flight currency aircraft and simulator for flight instruction related support services and equipment. Other Instructions: Please refer to our webpage below for more information including how to apply. Apply to join the Aircraft and Simulator Services (HASS) Panel | Civil Aviation Safety Authority Timeframe for Delivery: The Panel is scheduled to commence from 1 October 2026. Successful Operators will be issued a Deed of Standing Offer for an initial term of 5 years. The Panel will remain open for receiving applications during this time. Address for Lodgement: The Operator must complete and submit the Application Form by email to ashadmin@casa.gov.au. Please refer to the CASA website for more information Contact Details CASA Tenders Email Address: ashadmin@casa.gov.au
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