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Operational Test - Honing the Edge (Hardcover): David Gledhill

Operational Test - Honing the Edge (Hardcover)

David Gledhill

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The process to deliver a modern combat aircraft from concept to introduction to service is often measured in decades. Described as a weapon system, modern designs such as the Eurofighter Typhoon are intricate jigsaws with a fusion of new techniques and sometimes unproven, emerging technologies. By the time the new weapons system reaches the front line, it will have been tested by the manufacturer, evaluated by test pilots, and assessed by service pilots. There have been examples of success but also some spectacular failures, with projects cancelled late in development. This book will investigate why. It will take you from the original requirement through the complex testing and evaluation process, showing recent examples of the path to declaring a new combat aircraft operational on the front line. It will look at how today's test organisations have matured to meet the task and investigate the pressures they face, and will also look at real-life examples of systems testing. David Gledhill and David Lewis, both experienced test evaluators, will uncover the reasons why some aircraft serve on the front line for years before becoming truly effective in their role.

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Imprint: Fonthill Media
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: May 2017
Authors: David Gledhill
Dimensions: 182 x 256 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 224
ISBN-13: 978-1-78155-571-2
Categories: Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > Air forces & warfare
Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > Weapons & equipment > Military vehicles
Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > Other warfare & defence issues > Combat / defence skills & manuals
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LSN: 1-78155-571-0
Barcode: 9781781555712

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