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<p>The JSF program is a cooperative acquisition program involving the U.S. and eight  partner nations to design, develop, and produce a next-generation fighter. Although the program is led by the U.S., the participant nations cooperate to produce an affordable yet advanced aircraft by exchanging technology and  information, as well as investing in the program and receiving commensurate returns. The allied nations will then  possess an advanced aircraft that they could not afford to develop on their own. Therefore, in order to successfully  execute this complicated aircraft program, the U.S. has implemented an unprecedented acquisition strategy that it  envisages as a model for cooperation in future international programs. The best value approach, international  partners' early involvement, and leveled program participation are salient features of this strategy. However, even  with innovative approaches and strong management efforts, the program's unit cost has increased 50 percent since  2001, with schedule delays of 2.5 years. In order to understand this complexity, this report analyzes the JSF  program's international cooperative acquisition strategy. Specifically, this report investigates (a) whether the JSF  acquisition strategy is a useful model for prospective acquisitions, and (b) the nature of Turkey's participation.
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<br>Subjects: JSF; Joint Strike Fighter; F-35; Acquisition; Best Value Acquisition  Strategy; Turkey; International Armaments Cooperation; Multi-national Cooperation; Innovative  Acquisition Approach</div>
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Ozdemir, Levent</div>
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