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An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 9, launches from the flight deck of the world’s largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), while supporting Operation Epic Fury, Feb. 28, 2026.

Why we have the Mentor-Protege Program

Legislative actions and policy governing the Program:

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) DFARS and Procedures, Guidance, and Information

DFARS Appendix I Policy and Procedures of the DoD Pilot Mentor-Protégé Program

DFARS Subpart 219_71 The purpose of the Mentor-Protégé Program

Additional Information

Mentor-Protégé Program Portal
MPP Summit 2024
How To Participate
Eligibility Requirements
MPP Resources
DoD OSBP Contacts
FAQs
DoD Mentor-Protégé Program Approved Mentor List (PDF)
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