The Authority has identified the need for aircrew currency simulator training through the provision of 737-800/NG simulator slots and instructors to maintain RAF P-8A pilot currency training and to conduct aspects of engineer initial and currency training regarding engine ground-runs.

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Requirement summary:

The Authority has identified the need for aircrew currency simulator training through the provision of 737-800/NG simulator slots and instructors to maintain RAF P-8A pilot currency training and to conduct aspects of engineer initial and currency training regarding engine ground-runs.

The general scope of the requirement is summarised below:

(a) deliver 737-800 NG training to RAF pilot and engineering personnel;

(b) deliver a 737-800 NG Type Rating course to one RAF Test Pilot;

(c) deliver the Licence Proficiency Check (LPC) in accordance with SRG 1158;

(d) deliver Operator Proficiency Checks (OPC) scenario based training to meet RAF requirements;

(e) provide qualified Type Rating Instructors (TRIs) /Type Rating Examiners (TREs) (as appropriate) to conduct exercises on the 737-800 NG simulator;

(f) provide engineer initial and currency training for engine ground running, to include groundschool and simulator exercises;

(g) provide the Authority with written performance reports on all individuals that undertake training;

(h) allow annual RAF evaluation of the training devices in accordance with MAA Regulatory Article 2375.