F/A-22 fixes paying off, Sambur reports
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It is reported that pace of flight-testing on the F/A-22 is quickening and there is an improvement in the aircraft's software stability since the program was restructured in the year 2002, as reported by USAF's officials at AFA's Air Warfare Symposium in Orlando, Florida. Marvin R. Sambur, Air Force acquisition executive, reported a fivefold improvement in the stability of F/A-22 software-now 8.8 hours between problems-and noted that it was a very significant accomplishment towards achieving an operational standard of 10 hours.
Publication Name: Air Force Magazine
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0730-6784
Year: 2003
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New birth of airpower
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The flexibility in Air Force plays a vital role as quickest, longest-range force available to deliver a tailored response to achieve national objectives. The characteristics and capabilities of United States Air Force contribute to meet demands of the high level security and protect United States from enemy's attacks.
Publication Name: Air Force Magazine
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0730-6784
Year: 2005
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Despite complaints, USAF declared Saudi-based CAOC "fully capable"
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The U.S. Air Force is reported to continue improving its combined air operations center at Prince Sultan AB, Saudi Arabia, despite the critical report submitted by a USAF Tiger Team in the summer of 2002. The Tiger Team identified 75 actions the service should take to enhance the center.
Publication Name: Air Force Magazine
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0730-6784
Year: 2003
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