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The F/A-18E/F Super HornetThe F/A-18E/F Super Hornet
Tomorrow’s Air Power TodayTomorrow’s Air Power TodayAuthorized for Public Release IAW SPR-103.04 dtd 310804
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Super Hornet … Super Agile … Superformance
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F/A-18E/F… a Model Defense Program
Stable, long term, low-risk productionStable, long term, low-risk production
• 203 aircraft delivered as of Sep 04• 5th year of Multiyear Procurement I
(FY00 – FY04)– On cost / ahead of schedule
• Multiyear Procurement II (FY05 – FY09)
– 42 aircraft per year (+6, -0)• Program of Record
– 460 F/A-18E/F – 90 EA-18Gs
• Operational in 5 carrier air wings• Combat Proven• Operational in 5 carrier air wings• Combat Proven
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Comparative Development Programs
The F/A-18E/F is the only modern tactical aircraft program that is on cost, on schedule, and increasing capability
The F/A-18E/F is the only modern tactical aircraft program that is on cost, on schedule, and increasing capability
0 5 10 15 20 25Year
F-35
F/A-18E/F
Rafale
Typhoon
F/(A)-22
Gripen
2 year slip, SDD cost ~doubled …
77
Operational, combat proven, large stable of weapons, stable/declining cost, ahead of delivery schedule, model DoD program
16 ……10 I Navy Squadron, AF in 2009, small stable of
weapons, low production rate
15 …..9 Not yet operational, A-A only, A-G upgrade
troubled, cost rising
19.211.2
Cost rising, still in SDD, OT&E incomplete …
9 (est.)11
Sweden: 120+ of 204 delivered. Exports to Hungary, S. Africa.
F/A-18E/F 77
Operational, combat proven, large stable of weapons, stable/declining cost, ahead of delivery schedule, model DoD program
PlannedOn SchedBehind
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The Hornet Industry Team• Broad and diverse industrial
impact• Presence in over 140 countries
• Broad and diverse industrial impact
• Presence in over 140 countries
Economic and industrial benefitsEconomic and industrial benefits
BoeingNorthrop GrummanGeneral ElectricRaytheon
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Super Hornet – capable, affordable…Now:Multi-mission, flexibility, complementary
Super Hornet – capable, affordable…Now:Multi-mission, flexibility, complementary
Finland
F/A-18C/D
Malaysia
F/A-18D
Switzerland
F/A-18C/D
Canada
F/A-18A/B
United States
F/A18A/B/C/D/E/F*
Spain
F/A-18A/B
Kuwait
F/A-18C/DTotal F/A-18 built all years• 1479 A-D Hornets built
FMS Current Inventory• 428 +24 (7 Air Forces)
Current Legacy F/A-18A-D Customers
Australia
F/A-18A/B
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Why F/A-18 International?
International customers have invested more than $265M in collaborative Hornet upgradesInternational customers have invested more than $265M in collaborative Hornet upgrades
F404-GE-402Enhanced performance engine
F404-GE-402Enhanced performance engine
ALQ-162 jammer ALQ-162 jammer
ALR-67(V)2Radar warning receiver
ALR-67(V)2Radar warning receiver
SMS upgradeSMS upgrade
6th MUX bus6th MUX bus
APX-111combined
interrogator/transponder
APX-111combined
interrogator/transponder
Color HUDcamera / recorder
Color HUDcamera / recorder
9g Bulkhead9g Bulkhead
450kt Bird Strikeresistant windshield
450kt Bird Strikeresistant windshield
ASPJASPJ
Radar upgradeRadar upgrade
SECOS 610radio/data link
SECOS 610radio/data link
Low drag pylonLow drag pylon
XN-8Mission computer
XN-8Mission computer
ECS upgradeECS upgrade
Multi-purpose Display Group Upgrade (MDGU)Integrated Maintenance Training System (IMTS)Multi-purpose Display Group Upgrade (MDGU)Integrated Maintenance Training System (IMTS)
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Lean ManufacturingImprovements for F/A-18E/F
In production, stable/declining costs• Optimized assembly and
installation sequences
• Laser/optical measurement and alignment systems
• Automated fastener hole drilling and installation
• Continual R&D investment in manufacturing/quality improvement
• New, state-of-the-art lean manufacturing facility
Significant investment to remain “state-of-the-art”Significant investment to remain “state-of-the-art”
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Quality/Affordability Improvements
• Lean and efficient manufacturing and assembly technology
• Part count reduction
• Defect reduction– 90% from 1998 to 2003
• Cycle time reduction– Number of parts outside 18
month window reduced from 347 to 6
• Acquisition and life-cycle cost reduction initiatives
– U.S. Navy investing $200M for MYP1
– U.S. Navy investing $100M for MYP2
Now
Part count
Fastener count
Cycle days
Standard hours
Assembly labor hours
Defect reduction
2,562
30,389
124
2,483
5,900
3,750
1,533
14,948
85
1,867
5,100
600
– 40
– 51
– 31
– 26
– 14 (1st article)
– 84 (1st article)
Was Now Change (%)
Was
Example: Forward fuselage enhancement
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F/A-18E/F Is a Low Ownership Cost and High Readiness Aircraft
• Advanced technology/ high reliability systems
• Quick and easy access to systems and components
• Comprehensive built-in test systems
• Long life airframe and systems
• Designed for environmental extremes
• Stable and comprehensive supply network
• Designed forautonomous operations
• High capability
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Tailored Support
• Organizational Level– Extensive BIT, rapid turn around
– Daily, Turnaround inspections
– Engine remove and replace
• Intermediate Level– Minimal investment required
• Low cost solution - utilize existing USN/OEM/Regional capability
– Extensive capability available• Higher level of autonomy
• Depot Level– No scheduled aircraft level maintenance
– Component maintenance beyond Intermediate capability atU.S. Depot, OEM or in-country industry
• Minimal investment in support infrastructure required to support operations
• Worldwide infrastructure in-place
• Fully NATO compatible servicing and operations
F/A-18E/F support is tailored to customer requirementsF/A-18E/F support is tailored to customer requirements
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FIRST: Global Infrastructure . . . Worldwide Support
FIRST – improved readiness, lower costFIRST – improved readiness, lower cost
• Comprehensive logistics planning• Can be tailored to unique scenarios• Automated database, customer reports
• Reliability engineering and obsolescence management• Supportability Initiative
Review Board (SIRB)
• Design and repair management
• Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs)
• Automated pilot debriefand troubleshooting
• Easy, real-time updates
• FIRST Management Information System (MIS)• Dedicated customer support staff• Integrated with U.S. government systems
• Network of USN/industry personnel• On-site field support representatives• Rapid response team expedites
resolution of fleet support issues
• Inventory management and controlwith total asset visibility
• Demand forecasting, repair management, warehousingand distribution
Supply chain management
Integrated logistics support
Hornet support network
Information systems
In-serviceengineering
Support equipment
Technical data
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Summary
• Available now, supportable now, interoperable now
– In-production, stable/declining cost
– Improved materiel availability, improved readiness
– Significant reduction in support costs
– Global infrastructure, worldwide support
– Affordable
• Combat proven
A model defense program – built on a record of performanceA model defense program – built on a record of performance
