7 February, 2019: The US Air Force has renewed a $97.5 million contract with Vertex Aerospace to manage and sustain the base supply of its T-1A Trainer Fleet aircraft.
The contractor logistics support has been provided by Vertex for over 170 T-1As since the USAF procured the Jayhawk aircraft in 1992.
Services for the medium-range and twin-engine aircraft are done by Vertex at four USAF bases located in Mississippi, Oklahoma, Texas, and one Naval Air Station in Florida for a total of five main operating bases.
“Vertex is proud to continue its history of supporting the T-1A aircraft since its delivery to the US Air Force in 1992.” said John B. Hall, Vertex Aerospace Logistics Director of Programmes. “We remain committed to providing solid, dependable contract performance in support of the critical mission of training the next generation of US Air Force pilots.”