[quote][b][url=/v3/forum/%C3%A9tats-unis-31/topic/f-22-f-35-fa-18er%C3%A9elles-valeurs-des-joujoux-du-pentagone-467/?post=38198#post-38198]ex-rogcas[/url] a dit le 31/07/2007 à 14:03 :[/b]

[quote]The Block 2 has a [u]completely new forward fuselage[/u], partly to support the new systems. However, the new fuselage also reduces the parts count by 40% to improve manufacturability and maintainability, and provides better maintenance access. The new forward fuselage was actually introduced into production in 2003; all Super Hornets with the new forward fuselage are capable of being refitted with the AN/APG-79 AESA. An upgrade program for the older machines is scheduled to begin in 2008; 235 machines will be upgraded, with an ultimate total of 415 Super Hornets out of the planned total of 552 to feature the AN/APG-79. Such Super Hornets as have been fitted with the AESA have been used for service evaluation, with a number of software changes implemented as a result. The AN/APG-79 is expected to be ready for full operational service in 2008.[/quote]
Source : http://www.vectorsite.net/avhorn_2.html#m5

A vot' service ![/quote]