Inquiry into Australian Defence Force regional air superiority

Abstract

This report covers the ability of the ADF to maintain air superiority in our region to 2020. It includes: capability planning in relation to the acquisition of the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF); any capability gap which may arise from a delay in its purchase; a comparison of the JSF and the FA-22 Raptor; and an outline of the Hornet Upgrade Program and its role in the transition to the new air combat aircraft