Interim Fighter Capability Project
Project Type
Project Replace
Objective
The Interim Fighter Capability Project will pursue the acquisition of Australian F/A-18 aircraft, associated spares and equipment to supplement the CF-18 to address the fighter capability gap.
Requirements
Acquire 18 Australian F/A-18s and configure them to a similar standard as the current CF-18.
Funding Range
$250 million to $499 million
Anticipated Timeline (Fiscal Year)
- Completed Start Options Analysis
- Completed Start Definition
- Completed Start Implementation
- Completed Initial Delivery
- 2022/2023 Final Delivery
Defence Capability Areas
Defence Capability Investment Areas
Key Industrial Capabilities
Not applicable.
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