MQ-9B support for Canadian Defence Forces to be provided by CAE
NewsMay 30, 2024
OTTAWA, Ontario. CAE Defense & Security won a contract from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) to support the MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) for the Government of Canada, the company announced in a statement.
The contract includes the provision of aircrew and maintenance technician training, training devices, and courseware tailored to Canada's RPAS requirements. Additionally, CAE will supply maintenance technicians to assist the Royal Canadian Air Force's maintenance teams both domestically and in deployed locations, the statement reads.
CAE will also enhance In-Service Support (ISS) with aircraft maintenance, IT, and cybersecurity services at RPAS operational sites, alongside managing publications, the company says.
