What are the Chief’s Goals?
Give F-16CJs a true multi-role capability to support EAF operations
• One squadron - three missions
Adequately equip existing SEAD squadrons
• Operational Contingencies and training
Destructive SEAD (DEAD) potential
• HTS R7 / TGP combination provides potential to find, pinpoint, and destroy mobile SAMs
Gen Ryan: “I don’t need another single-role fighter... I need
the Block 50s to cover multiple mission areas. (Mar 99)