F/A-18 Squadrons
Abstract
The F/A-18 is required to perform multiple missions. The continued F/A-18 E/F and EA-18G "Flight Plan" spiral capability development is critical to the baseline of the Super Hornet next generation mission system capability to maintain the platform's tactical relevance in support of Navy Aviation Plan 2030. Development continues for a platform solution to threat Advanced Electronic Attack (AEA) and Counter-Electronic Attack (CEA). F/A-18 solutions to CEA include upgrades to existing sensors such as F/A-18 Radar Upgrade, Infrared Search and Track Block I/II, and development of future tactical data fusion that follows previous Common Tactical Picture (CTP) risk reduction efforts. Tactical data fusion capability is the next step in expanding the F/A-18E/F contributions to the force war fighting capability by combining multiple aircraft and sensor inputs, that effectively extends the engagement range while maximizing sensors and weapons. Incremental improvements continue with Multi-System Integration (MSI), Multi-Ship Ranging (MSR), and other algorithm improvements that are driven by sensor advancements, and efforts designed to increase aircraft lethality and kill chain effectiveness. Development and fleet delivery of special purpose integrated solution designated by Speed to Fleet by commanders, such as PACFLT Tactical Edge Network Targeting in a Contested Long-range Environment (TENTaCLE), continue with dedicated resources and approved action plan. Software Modernization R&D efforts continue with new operating environment (hardware and software solutions) designed to take advantage of rapid software integration and security improvements that harden and protect the aircraft and weapon systems. The effort includes Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools that reduce future costs and schedule of technology insertion. Capabilities of the F/A-18 weapon system and ancillary equipment require upgrades to accommodate and incorporate new and enhanced weapons and advances in technology to respond effectively to emerging future threats. Future integrated Carrier Air Wing Concept of Operations (CONOPS) demand changes to the base line Block II Super Hornet. Development and Operational Testing for Block III Super Hornet are required with incremental updates to mission computer software and fusion system will be required as fleet takes delivery of aircraft. Continuation of F/A-18 Block III development and improvements which will be incorporated in the near term with a combination of forward fit production line incorporation and retrofit modifications to the aircraft already planned as part of the Service Life Modification (SLM) Plan. Additionally, Block III system and other technology solution development will support NGAD risk reduction activities. USMC upgrades to the platform are being developed; to include integration and capability expansion of Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Radar for F/A-18 A-D, evaluation and development of an Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System (AUTOGCAS) for all F/A-18 variants, development of increased sensor and Electronic Warfare (EW) capability for F/A-18 A-D, weapons carriage and employment capability expansion, and enhancement of Mission Computer (MC) processing and memory capability. Funding for Naval Aviation Physiological Episode (PE) mitigation and root cause investigation in aircraft. Funding for the Digital Video Map Computer-Upgrade (DVMC-U)/Advanced Crew Station (ACS) Improved Tactical Displays which will enable Panoramic "Big Picture" view of the Battle Space for improved weapons employment and engagement. Leveraging completed work from F/A-18A-D to include the development of an AUTOGCAS for the F/A-18E/F and EA-18G is a logical extension of the DVMC-Upgrade using modifications to the Terrain Avoidance Warning System (TAWS) resident in the existing DVMC in fatal mishap prevention. Current F/A-18E/F EW suite will not keep pace againist evolving threats. Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) provides increased survivability and enhanced SA throughout the EM spectrum against current, expanded and complex RF threats/environment. Incremental approach to collaborative detection/jamming initiatives and Common Tactical Picture concepts. Network Cyber Defense provides for the development of a hardware and software based solution into the Distributed Target Processor - Network (DTP-N) in order for the network cyber defense to provide the F/A-18 E/F and EA-18G with a capability to detect an intrusion and prevent avionics terminals on the data from being corrupted by malicious software and identify when the software is not operating normally. The Next Generation Naval Mission Planning System (NGNMPS) updates legacy Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) into an integrated capability providing advanced multiple/dissimilar aircraft planning capabilities focused on emerging, high-threat mission areas (including complex, integrated kinetic/non-kinetic effects). Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) Aircraft funds the testing of F/A-18 and EA-18G aircraft and trainers into the Live, Virtual, Constructive, blended training environment to close the Great Powers Competition training capability gap for mission rehearsal for the high end fight. F/A-18 and EA-18G are a critical part of the Aviation LVC System of Systems (SoS) training environment bringing already-developed capabilities together with new developmental efforts to form a cohesive architecture that accurately emulates the high end fight for warfighter training. JUSTIFICATION FOR BUDGET ACTIVITY: This program is funded under OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT because it includes development efforts to upgrade systems that have been fielded or have received approval for full rate production and anticipate funding in the current or subsequent fiscal year.
Document Details
- Document Type
- R2 Budgetary Justification
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- 0204136N_7_1319_PB_2024
- Change Summary Explanation
- Cost: 1662: The FY2024 funding request was increased by $94.939 million for Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW), $20.000 million for Next Generation Mission Planning System (NGNMPS). The FY2024 funding request was decreased by $4.552 million for higher Navy priorities and $13.563 million for miscellaneous adjustments. 2065: The FY2024 funding request was decreased by $2.109 million for miscellaneous adjustments. 2071: The FY2024 funding request was decreased by $8.889 million for higher Navy priorities. 9099: The FY2024 funding request was increased by $.013 million for miscellaneous adjustments. 9999: Not Applicable Technical: 1662: Not Applicable 2065: Not Applicable 2071: Not Applicable 9099: Not Applicable 9999: Not Applicable Schedule: 1662: - Updated MSI/CTP to add H22 Agile - Updated USMC Capability Upgrades schedule to reflect revised acquisition strategy - Updated DVMC-U Hardware Design and Development to begin Q4 FY22 - Updated ACS/DVMC-U Development to begin Q4 FY22 - Updated ACS/DVMC-U Integration to ACS/DVMC-U Integration (Lab Testing) - Updated ACS/DVMC-U DT to begin Q2 FY24 - Updated ACS/DVMC-U IT&E to begin Q4 FY25 - Updated Flight Plan Software Fleet Releases to align with MSI/CTP schedule - Added schedule for Network Cyber Defense - Added schedule for Next Generation Mission Planning System (NGNMPS) - Added schedule for Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) - Added schedule for Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) Aircraft Integration 2065: - Added H22 IOC in 4Q FY27 - Added H22 OT beginning in 4Q FY27 - Revised H18 release to begin 2Q FY23 - Revised H20 release to begin 2Q FY25 - Added 80 Series SW Interoperability beginning Q3 FY27 - Added Advanced SW Development beginning Q3 FY25 - Added WBR Deliveries beginning Q3 FY27 2071: - Revised schedule format to align with program plan to move funding to PU 1662 in FY24. 9099: - Not Applicable 9999: - Added schedules for Noise Reduction and Advanced Beacon Landing System Upgrade
- Service Agency Name
- Navy
Entities
Organizations
- United States Navy
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