Defense Acquisitions

Defense Acquisitions
Author: United States Government Accountability Office
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2018-05-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9781719322355

Defense Acquisitions: Analysis of Costs for the Joint Strike Fighter Engine Program

F-35 Alternate Engine Program

F-35 Alternate Engine Program
Author: Jeremiah Gertler
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2010
Genre: Aerospace industries
ISBN: 1437931758

Provides background on debate surrounding development of General Electric/Rolls-Royce F136 engine as an alternative to the Pratt & Whitney F135 engine that currently powers the F-35 joint strike fighter. Examines current status of alternative engine program, including cost, relations with allies, and engine development issues. Covers FY2011 legislative actions, and reviews issues for Congress.

Do Joint Fighter Programs Save Money?

Do Joint Fighter Programs Save Money?
Author: Mark A. Lorell
Publisher: Rand Corporation
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780833079329

These appendixes explain the methodology used in an analysis of whether multi-service joint aircraft acquisition programs actually save Life Cycle Cost.

Joint Strike Fighter

Joint Strike Fighter
Author: Michael Sullivan
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 53
Release: 2010-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1437931057

The F-35 Lightning II, also known as the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF), is the Department of Defense's most costly and ambitious aircraft acquisition, seeking to simultaneously develop and field three aircraft variants for the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and eight international partners. The JSF is critical for recapitalizing tactical air forces and will require a long-term commitment to very large annual funding outlays. The current estimated investment is $323 billion to develop and procure 2,457 aircraft. This report discusses: (1) program cost, schedule, and performance; (2) manufacturing results; and (3) test plans and progress. The report's work includes interviews, cost data, test plans, production measures, and analyses by defense and contractor officials. Illus.

F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Program

F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Program
Author: Ronald O'Rourke
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2010-05
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1437924263

Contents: (1) Intro.: Alternate Engine Program; (2) Background: The F-35 In Brief; Three Versions; Alternate Engine Program; Program Origin and Milestones; Procurement Quantities; Program Mgmt.; Internat. Participation; Cost and Funding; Mfg. Locations; Proposed FY 2010 Budget; Proposed Termination of Alternate Engine; (3) Issues for Congress: Alternate Engine Program; Summary of Arguments; Admin. Perspective; Studies on F-35 Alternate Engine; Recent Developments; Development Status and Readiness for Production; Admin. Perspective; Affordability and Projected Fighter Shortfalls; Implications for Industrial Base; (4) Legislative Activity for FY 2010; Summary of Quantities and Funding; FY 2010 Defense Author. Bill. Illus.

Joint Strike Fighter

Joint Strike Fighter
Author: David G. Ahern
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2009-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1437914322

The Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) is the DoD¿s most complex and ambitious aircraft acquisition, seeking to simultaneously produce and field three different versions of the aircraft for the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and eight international partners. The total investment required now exceeds $1 trillion -- more than $300 billion to acquire 2,456 aircraft and $760 billion in life cycle operating and support costs, according to program estimates. This report: (1) determines the program's progress in meeting cost, schedule, and performance goals; (2) assesses manufacturing results and schedule risks; and (3) evaluates development test plans, progress, and risks. Charts and tables.