CSC Awarded $46 Million Modification to Provide Simulation-Based Flight Training
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Nov. 21 - Computer Sciences Corporation (NYSE: CSC) announced today that it has received a modification to the Flight School XXI contract, signed in 2003, to provide rotary wing simulator-based flight training and related aviation training support to the U.S. Air Force at Fort Rucker, Ala. CSC estimates the value of this contract modification, which has a one-year base period and 12 one-year options, to be $46 million if all options are exercised.
Under this modification, CSC will provide rotary wing training support for TH-1H helicopter aircrews using high technology training methodologies and virtual flight simulators to enhance training effectiveness and significantly reduce costs. CSC will provide, operate, and maintain TH-1 virtual flight simulators.
"CSC is proud to have the opportunity to supply the Air Force with services that will enhance the proficiency and mission readiness of its rotary wing aviators," said James W. Sheaffer, president of CSC's Federal Sector business unit. "CSC has the expertise and experience to help clients apply methodologies and technologies for efficient mission support and achieve significant operational results."
CSC is the lead systems integrator on the Flight School XXI initiative and is working with a team of leading commercial and military aviation training specialists and manufacturers. Flight School XXI serves as a foundation for improved aviation training by supporting current and future force training requirements and significantly enhancing the combat readiness of new aviators.
About CSC
Computer Sciences Corporation is a leading global information technology (IT) services company. CSC's mission is to provide customers in industry and government with solutions crafted to meet their specific challenges and enable them to profit from the advanced use of technology.
With approximately 78,000 employees, CSC provides innovative solutions for customers around the world by applying leading technologies and CSC's own advanced capabilities. These include systems design and integration; IT and business process outsourcing; applications software development; Web and application hosting; and management consulting. Headquartered in El Segundo, Calif., CSC reported revenue of $14.6 billion for the 12 months ended Sept. 29, 2006. For more information, visit the company's Web site at www.csc.com.
Chuck Taylor
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Mike Dickerson
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