AirSuite awarded multi-year federal contract for its Cirro flight operations software

AirSuite Press Release | April 12, 2024

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This contract stems from an RFP process for flight management software to optimize flight operations in support of Environmental Monitoring and Surveillance, Canadian Coast Guard operations, and government airlift. Mike Reyno Photo

Cirro by AirSuite, an innovator in aviation operations software, announced that its flight operations management system has been selected for use by the Aircraft Services Directorate, the Air Operator within Transport Canada.

This contract stems from a thorough request for proposal (RFP) process for a provider of flight management software to optimize flight operations in support of Environmental Monitoring and Surveillance, Canadian Coast Guard operations, and government airlift.

The contract sparks the creation of several new jobs at AirSuite that will be headquartered in Thunder Bay, contributing to growth in the tech sector in Northwestern Ontario.

Cirro by AirSuite is committed to regulatory compliance, with demonstrated excellence in custom development, and strong customer support to meet the unique needs of the Canadian aviation industry.

“We are honoured to be the flight operations software provider on this multi-year federal contract. This contract underscores Cirro’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We’ve been at the forefront of the Canadian aviation tech industry for nine years, and we continue to deliver reliable, secure, and efficient solutions,” said Michael Kleywegt, CEO of AirSuite and founding senior developer.

“Congratulations to the entire team at AirSuite on securing this contract! Your focus on collaboration and partnerships have played a key role in driving our local economy and ensuring that Northwestern Ontario remains competitive. It is exciting to see your leadership and growth as you continue to make significant contributions to the aviation tech industry,” said Patty Hajdu, Member of Parliament Thunder Bay-Superior North and Minister of Indigenous Services and FedNor.

“Securing this high-level contract is testament to our team’s dedication to compliance and safety, and to our vision to provide unique, user-friendly solutions for our colleagues in the industry,” said Doug Carlson, chief operating officer of AirSuite and an associate director to the Helicopter Association of Canada board of directors.

Cirro’s comprehensive suite of tools digitizes all aspects of operational duties from pre-flight planning to post-flight reporting, providing the user with advanced oversight on complex operational responsibilities including tracking and reporting on flight duty times, aircraft weight and balance calculations, transportation of dangerous goods, safety management, fleet scheduling, and all details of aircraft, crew and resource management—all with the focus on federal and international regulatory compliance.

This press release was prepared and distributed by AirSuite.

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