WASHINGTON — As the race to create a new program to train Army helicopter pilots at Fort Rucker advances, at least two companies have been selected to move into the final phase of the competition before an award is expected in September.
Longtime helicopter manufacturer Bell and aviation training services specialist M1 said they were selected to move into Phase IV of the Flight School Next competition, a multi-faceted program that will provide the helos, a new curriculum and a new acquisition model.
Bell is offering its 505 model and is serving as its own prime, while M1 is serving as a prime contractor but using Robinson Helicopter’s R-66 helo.
“Bell is proud to be selected for the fourth phase of the Flight School Next competition alongside our…
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