SAM #FA4600_JetAerobaticDemo_FY26AirSHow

Jet Aerobatic Demonstration Services for Offutt AFB Air Show (MiG-17F and F-4)

This opportunity involves the U.S. Air Force at Offutt Air Force Base seeking specialized jet aerobatic demonstration services for the Defenders of Freedom Air and Space Show. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, Offutt Air Force Base, 55th Contracting Squadron (Air Combat Command) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Fighterjets Inc (named as sole source provider) - Aircraft types: MiG-17F (MiG-17P(F)) and F-4 Phantom II (OEMs not explicitly named, but these are Soviet and McDonnell Douglas aircraft, respectively) - Products/Services Requested: - Jet aerobatic demonstration services using one MiG-17F and one F-4 aircraft - Aircraft display and flying performance services, including at least one 10-15 minute performance per day - Media support: media kits, videos, and interviews - Quantities and Details: - Two aircraft required: one MiG-17F and one F-4 Phantom II - Government provides up to 3,100 gallons of aviation fuel, oxygen/nitrogen bottles, ladders, tow bar, engine oil, hangar space, lodging (6 rooms), ground transportation (3 SUVs), and meals - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Performers must hold Level I (unlimited) Jet Aerobatic Day and Night FAA certification for extreme, high-performance stunt maneuvers - Sole source justification based on exclusive certification held by Fighterjets Inc and pilot Randy Ball - Other vendors may submit quotations if they can demonstrate equivalent certification and capability - Performers must provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision for the demonstration - Media engagement and support are required as part of the service

Description

The 55th Contracting Squadron has an ongoing requirement to acquire a jet aerobatic demonstration for an air show utilizing one MiG-17F and one F-4 aircraft. The Offutt Air Force Base “Defenders of Freedom” Air and Space Show will be held at Offutt AFB, Nebraska on August 8 and August 9, 2026.

The Government intends to award a contract for these services on a sole source basis to Fighterjets Inc (3BRB8). Fighterjets Inc is believed to be the only responsible source and no other services will satisfy agency requirements. Fighterjets Inc is the only known entity on the air show circuit that can provide a fighter jet aerobatic demonstration involving a MiG-17F and F-4 aircraft. Fighterjets Inc pilot Randy Ball is the only fighter jet demonstration pilot in North America to hold a Level I (unlimited) Jet Aerobatic Day and Night certification. This highly exclusive FAA certification is required to perform extreme, high-performance stunt maneuvers in jet aircraft during day, evening, and nighttime air shows. This certification allows Fighter Jets Inc to perform jet aerobatics without sequence restrictions.

Although the Government intends to award a contract on a sole source basis, all responsible entities may submit a quotation which will be considered by the contracting activity. In order to be determined responsible, entities must present similar certification to perform fighter jet aerobatics. Responses shall be sent via email to the listed point of contact via email and shall use the Notice ID in the subject line.

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