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> Replacing the harrier with the same craft is an engineering nightmare. This is another misconception. The F-35 emerged from a DARPA study in the 80s to creat
by engi_nerd 11y ago
> Replacing the harrier with the same craft is an engineering nightmare.
This is another misconception. The F-35 emerged from a DARPA study in the 80s to create a stealthy STOVL aircraft. The F-35 as designed started with the F-35B. The other two variants were created through modifications to this design.
- alkonaut 11y agoThe outcome is the same: replacing the 16/16/18 with a craft that is also the future stovl craft, is an engineering nightmare.
- engi_nerd 11y agoAll aircraft are engineering nightmares from the perspective of the engineers who work on them. It's a very stressful and difficult field. That's not to really argue for or against your point, but more of a personal observation.