| Test and Evaluation | Major System/Platform Variant | Original Planned | Current Planned | Achieved/Forecast | Variance (Months) |
| System Integration | JASSM System (Weapon integrated into platform) | Jun 09 | Feb 11 | Feb 11 | 20 (1) |
| Acceptance | JASSM System (Weapon integrated into platform) | Dec 09 | Dec 11 | Dec 11 | 24 (2) |
| Variance Explanations | (1) Variance is attributable to the delays associated with correcting software anomalies detected during software development and testing, which required extensive redevelopment and retesting to ensure airworthiness and operational effectiveness. (2) Delay between System Integration and IOC due to availability of Woomera Test Range and support agencies. | ||||