Could a project begun with 1983 technology be the best option for 2006+ world? Was it reflecting modern technology, or did it become obsolete on the drawing board? (I don't know the specifics of the system.)
The on board sensors and C4ISR packages being developed were state of the art. The weapons systems was current technology (SAL/RF Hellfire; 2.75" rockets and 20mm turreted gun system. The airframe and most of its components used some of the same stealth technology found on the F-117/B2.