Tactical Aircraft: F-22A Modernization Program Faces Cost, Technical, and Sustainment Risks |
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| Government Accountability Office, |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4923-2338-9 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2013 |
| Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $11.80 |
Book Description:
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The Air Force's F-22A Raptor is the only operational fifth-generation tactical aircraft, incorporating a low observable (stealth) and highly maneuverable airframe, advanced integrated avionics, and a supercruise engine capable of sustained supersonic flight. The F-22A acquisition program began in 1991 with an intended development period of 12 years and a planned quantity of 648 aircraft.
The Air Force's F-22A Raptor is the only operational fifth-generation tactical aircraft, incorporating a low observable (stealth) and highly maneuverable airframe, advanced integrated avionics, and a supercruise engine capable of sustained supersonic flight. The F-22A acquisition program began in 1991 with an intended development period of 12 years and a planned quantity of 648 aircraft.