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To: Freeport

Even if it really “Fifth geberation”

What would it require in RDT&E $$?
Is it ready for production, or is it a one-off prototype?
How much has it been tested in realistic operational conditions?

TC


20 posted on 03/17/2009 1:59:53 PM PDT by Pentagon Leatherneck
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To: Pentagon Leatherneck

Flight testing starts first quarter 2010.

I’d expect to see production in late 2011 or early 2012.


33 posted on 03/17/2009 2:14:41 PM PDT by Freeport (The proper application of high explosives will remove all obstacles.)
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