AIM Immersive Pilot Simulator Game

This is a sources sought synopsis in support of market research being conducted by the United States Air Force(USAF) Air Force Recruiting Service (AFRS) Detachment 1 (Det-1) to identify potential sources able to provide this system.   

The immersive pilot flight simulator game solution provides a realistic experience that inspires users of all ages to pursue the USAF fighter pilot perspective.  The RFI response should provide an integrated immersive technology solution that enhances the AFRS Det-1 mission to inform, influence and to inspire player/users to pursue USAF aviator and aviation career path interests.   

The AFRS Det-1 is requesting technical capability information from interested and qualified immersive cyber technology game service providers for a full-service commercial off the shelf (COTS) turnkey mobile advanced-technology immersive pilot flight simulator game solution.   

The RFI response should comprehensively integrate:  

1. COTS solution using advanced immersive technology

2. Virtual, augmented, or mixed reality and or  

3. 360-degree video  

4. Immersive visual and auditory experiences 

5. Give the player an immersive USAF fighter pilot experience.   

For example, the COTS solution may be composed of a combination of virtual, augmented, or mixed reality and or 360-degree video, or other recommended COTS advanced technology fighter pilot flight simulator software and or USAF owned flight simulator software. The COTS solution shall include a hands-on throttle and stick (HOTAS).  

The RFI response should include an abbreviated phased PM plan how the company plans provide advanced technology solution options to deliver, support, manage and maintain the solution.   

Users of all ages, primarily elementary, middle, and high school age players with potential experience in immersive game technology.   

The solution support and service duration will be for 12-months with the option of four (4) extensions, 6-months duration each.