Serco to support RCAF FAcT

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The win is part of Serco’s support of SkyAlyne, of which Serco is a key subcontractor. This project is part of SkyAlyne’s CAN$11-billion-dollar contract with the RCAF over 25 years.

The FAcT contract will be worth CAN$490 million (£266m) to Serco over the full 25 years.

The Government of Canada officially awarded the FAcT contract to SkyAlyne in late May 2024. FAcT combines three separate RCAF training programmes and will modernise and enhance Pilot and Aircrew training, ensuring the next generation of RCAF aviators are prepared for future challenges.

As part of FAcT, Serco will provide critical training enablers, including air navigation services, air traffic control, site services, facility maintenance and management, site security and Serco Weather Services. Leveraging its extensive experience in training and facility and asset management, including the deployment of a Computerised Maintenance Management System for FAcT Infrastructure. 

Serco will ensure continued efficient and reliable operations at 15 Wing Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Additionally, Serco’s considerable experience as part of the NATO Flying Training in Canada (NFTC) programme at 15 Wing will support a seamless transition to the FAcT programme.

This partnership builds upon Serco’s long-standing commitment to delivering mission-critical services for government clients, including its involvement in Canadian military training since 1998. As a subcontractor to SkyAlyne, Serco reinforces its position as a trusted provider of comprehensive training solutions, whether as a prime contractor or a valuable partner.

Anthony Kirby, Serco Group Chief Executive, said: “This is an exciting contract win for Serco. We are proud to be part of the SkyAlyne team and contribute to the training of future Canadian aviators. Serco has been involved in Canadian military training for over 25 years and as a member of the SkyAlyne team, this reinforces our position as a trusted provider of leading-edge training solutions. 

“Our knowledge and experience of RCAF pilot training requirements, site services and facility management will ensure a robust and resilient training environment to train Pilots, Air Combat Systems Officers and Airborne Electronic Sensor Operators for any future challenges.

“Serco’s contributions will support SkyAlyne’s efforts to achieve initial operating capabilities by 2027, ensuring a seamless transition from the existing programmes. This collaboration underscores Serco’s commitment to providing world-class support, enabling the RCAF to maintain its operational excellence.”

SkyAlyne’s General Manager, Kevin Lemke said: "At SkyAlyne we are proud to be building a world-class team to deliver the FAcT programme and we’re excited that Serco will be part of the effort. In a rapidly changing global environment, we must ensure the RCAF has the best training system for their Pilots and Aircrew, FAcT will ensure we do."

The FAcT programme is overseen from a Joint Management Office at SkyAlyne’s Ottawa headquarters, with three operational bases: Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and Southport and Winnipeg, in Manitoba.