U.S. Air Force airplane. Photo: Unsplash
By Christina Phillips
Beyond New Horizons (BNH) reported it has been awarded the U.S. Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment (TOS) II contract valued at more than $3.7 billion.
BNH is a Joint Venture (JV) between Astrion and Fluor specializing in testing and evaluation for military and space systems.
In a news release, BNH said it will carry out test operations, technology development, equipment and facility sustainment, and capital improvements to ensure the continuity of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) ground test mission.
The TOS II contract will support the government’s operation of aerodynamic and propulsion wind tunnels, rocket and turbine engine test cells, space environmental chambers, arc heaters, ballistic ranges, and other specialized units.
“Through this Joint Venture, Astrion and Fluor are bringing transformative solutions and unmatched capabilities to Arnold Engineering Development Complex,” said Dave Zolet, Chairman of BNH. “Together, we are revolutionizing aerospace ground testing and sustainment operations, ultimately enhancing U.S. Air Force systems for years to come.”
BNH will perform the work at six AEDC operating locations, including:
Arnold Air Force Base (AFB), Tennessee
The National Full Scale Aerodynamics Complex, Mountain View, California
Tunnel 9, White Oak, Maryland
The Landing Gear Test Facility, Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio
The Aerospace Vehicle Survivability Facility, Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio
National Radar Cross Section Test Facility, White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico
Beyond New Horizons specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.
More information:
https://bnh-jv.com
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