The last resort: getting out obviously was the last resort and one I didn't want to use Three previous joint aircraft programs similar in scope to the JSF were compared: the 1960s Tactical Fighter Experimental (TFX) F-111, the 1980s Joint Service Vertical Takeoff & Landing Experimental (J...
The JVX's original program cost estimates changed significantly, and its development process was long and controversial (Whittle, 2010). The TFX F-111, JVX V-22, and JPATS T-6 programs experienced similar instances of acquisition strategy challenges in relation to the pillars of acquisition. ...