Tactical Aircraft: F/A-22 and JSF Acquisition Plans and Implications for Tactical Aircraft Modernization
Abstract
The F/A-22 Raptor and Joint Strike Fighter (JSF)two of the Department of Defenses (DOD) major tactical aircraft fighter programs- are intended to replace aging tactical fighter aircraft with highly advanced, stealthy aircraft. The two programs combined have a potential future investment of more than $240 billion. This testimony highlights key concerns in the F/A-22 and JSF programs and discusses the implications on DODs overall investment strategy for modernizing its tactical fixed-wing aircraft. Last month, GAO issued comprehensive reports on the numerous setbacks these programs have experienced since they were initiated and their effect on the F/A22 and JSF business cases. GAO made recommendations in two reports issued in March 2005. For the F/A-22 program, GAO reiterated and expanded upon its 2004 recommendation for DOD to establish a new business case- one that justifies the continued expenditure of funds on the F/A-22. For the JSF program, GAO recommended that- before the program moves forward- DOD establish an executable business case that is consistent with best practices and DOD policy regarding knowledge-based, evolutionary acquisitions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 06, 2005
- Accession Number
- AD1176455
Entities
People
- Adam Vodraska
- Bruce D. Fairbairn
- David R Schilling
- Lily J. Chin
- Marvin E. Bonner
- Matthew B. Lea
- Matthew T. Drerup
- Michael J. Hazard
- Michael Sullivan
- Michael W Aiken
- Steven M. Hunter
Organizations
- United States Government Accountability Office