Insurance coverage for Météo-France aircraft and equipment carried on board

Summary

Météo-France is procuring insurance covering risks associated with its seven aircraft, including five uncrewed aircraft (drones); the fleet may change if additional drones are acquired. Coverage includes the aircraft themselves, spare parts and equipment carried on board or kept on the ground, including scientific equipment, and third-party and crew liability for the two crewed aircraft. The single, non-lotted contract runs for an initial year from 1 April 2027 and may be renewed twice for one year; its stated total value is EUR 180,000 excluding VAT.