STARCOM Azimuth Flight Service

The Department of the Air Force, on behalf of the United States Space Force Space Delta 1, Detachment 1, is seeking information for the Azimuth Flight Service program under solicitation number FA254926RFI001. This initiative supports a summer education and training program for military cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The program provides an immersive introduction to physical operations in the space domain, incorporating academics, industry visits, and specialized training activities such as rocket building and neutral buoyancy.

The required services focus on facilitating demonstrations and research experiments in simulated space environments. To achieve this, a modified aircraft must be utilized to allow cadets to experience the physical effects of lunar, Martian, and microgravity. These parabolic flights are intended to inspire future officers and prepare Guardians for the space domain through innovative training and doctrine. Primary points of contact for this requirement include Kelly Parker, and the notice includes two attachments: a draft Performance Work Statement and a formal Request for Information.

This sources sought notice is identified under NAICS 481219, Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation, and PSC U099, EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER. The opportunity includes a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside designation. Interested parties must submit responses by the deadline of March 18, 2026.