Stealth fighter project 'flawed'
Australian scientists from the Defence Science and Technology Organisation has identified potential flaws with the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
It found "major risks" inherent in the aircraft's cockpit display system due to late or substandard software.
This could result in poor mission system integration. Sources told The Australian that the cockpit problems were so severe the system had been completely redesigned.
The scientists also complained of difficulty in assessing the central computer due to restrictions.
Meanwhile Defence Minister Brendan Nelson has defended the plan to buy the JSF, he agreed that transfer of information is an issue and vowed to walk away from the project unless guarantees are given.
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Stealth fighter project 'flawed'
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