Item | Original Planned | Achieved/ Forecast | Variance (Months) | Variance Explanations/ Implications |
Dec 09 | Late 2010 / Early 2011 | 12 | Delay to achievement of Initial Operational Capability is due to delays to the development, certification and qualification of the first-of-type aircraft. Some schedule is expected to be recovered through the return of the second aircraft to Madrid (following conversion in Australia) for conduct of training and additional test activities. Delays will require alternative arrangements for provision of aerial refuelling services to meet Air Force operational and training commitments. |