Bridger Aerospace and Metatek Group Enter into Long-Term Aircraft Services Agreement to Support Global Geophysical Surveying
Globe Newswire•27/10/2026•08:15 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤Metatek agreement covers three dedicated Basler BT-67 aircraft.
- ➤First aircraft contract may generate approximately $58 million over ten years.
- ➤Each aircraft carries an initial five-year term, with automatic five-year extension.
- ➤First missionized BT-67 aircraft expected to enter service in 2027.
- ➤Bridger will handle aircraft modification, maintenance, operations, and systems certification.
Expert Statements
Sam Davis, President and Chief Executive Officer of Bridger Aerospace
“This agreement marks a transformational milestone in Bridger's strategy to build diversified, durable revenue streams beyond wildfire suppression and expand into long-term, recurring global operations.”
Sam Davis, President and Chief Executive Officer of Bridger Aerospace
“Metatek is recognized worldwide for its technical leadership, and we are proud to serve as their dedicated aviation partner.”
Sam Davis, President and Chief Executive Officer of Bridger Aerospace
“By combining their advanced sensor technology with Bridger's aviation expertise, we are creating a highly differentiated platform that will serve long-term global customers with innovative technology and aviation solutions.”
Dr Mark Davies, Chief Executive Officer of Metatek
“Metatek needs dependable aviation capacity to support its existing operations and, with additional eFTG systems from Lockheed Martin on order, its next phase of growth.”
Dr Mark Davies, Chief Executive Officer of Metatek
“Bridger’s established, certified operations and experience in austere environments provide the dedicated aircraft, maintenance and operational support to help us improve reliability, streamline mobilisation and increase productive survey time.”
Dr Mark Davies, Chief Executive Officer of Metatek
“This agreement supports our progress towards our target of 70% operational utilisation, enabling us to generate more revenue from our instruments and strengthen project economics.”
Dr Mark Davies, Chief Executive Officer of Metatek
“It also allows us to scale without taking on the capital investment, overhead and complexity of building a larger aviation operation within Metatek, keeping our resources focused on geophysical technology and delivering for our customers.”
Agreement provides for dedicated deployment of three Basler BT-67 special mission aircraft configured with advanced sensor technology
Establishes long-term, year-round recurring work for Bridger to support Metatek’s global customers and service offerings
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