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ENJJPT SC #69 T-38 Programs Mr. Ryan Bruce T-38 Programs Chief
MAPA Branch March 2015
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T-38 Life Extension Current AETC retirement date 2023-2029
Follow AETC Drawdown plan Structure is primary concern with T-38 retirement extension Structural modifications and inspections required Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) is a significant concern Impact unknown today Retirement extensions can be managed and risks mitigated with proper lead times 2
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SC69 Funding Timeline (FY) Summary
FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 SC69 SC68 SC67 Quantities: PC III Kits 9 12 6 10 66 47 PC III Installs 57 VDTS Installs 8 22 31 40 123 124 ADS-B Kits ADS-B Installs 41 82 AvCI Parts HUD 15 62 46 MDP VOR-ILS-RCVR 18 VHF COMM Costs: PCIII $3.6 $5.1 $12.3 $13.9 $15.0 $14.6 $11.0 $9.9 $99.3 70.8 VDTS $0.2 $0.7 $0.8 $0.5 $0.3 $2.5 $2.8 3.4 ADS-B $1.8 $4.2 4.2 AvCI $8.2 $30.5 $23.2 $64.5 $65.4 Total Costs ($M) $3.8 $5.8 $12.6 $16.4 $24.0 $45.9 $35.0 $10.7 $170.5 $171.7 $78.4 Cost subject to change Numbers may not add correctly due to rounding 3
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Pacer Classic III (PCIII)
Program Objectives Ensure structural integrity of 150 aircraft at high risk of grounding prior to FY23 Ensure execution of AETC mission through FY29 4
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PCIII Program Overview
NGTS Parts - Parts Replaced All The Time (100% Parts) - Parts Replaced as required, Select Structural Components (SSC) - Parts Removed for Access and also SSC - Parts Removed for Access to other parts, but not replaced (RFOM) DLA Parts 5
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Pacer Classic III Way Ahead
AETC updated retirement date to Additional PCIII aircraft (19 Sheppard a/c = $28.5M) Recommend FY18/19 wedge for kit procurement and FY19/20 for installs Requirement validation occurs during the first year of PCIII installs Actual structural health assessment for the high-time airframes Destructive testing on replaced components Further assess need for more comprehensive/intrusive inspections Validate ASIP analysis of structural health and then make informed adjustments 6
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SC69 Funding Timeline T-38C PC III
FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 Total Quantities: Kits 9 12 6 10 66 Installs Costs: $3.6 $5.1 $2.4 $4.0 $26.7 $9.9 $11.0 $72.6 $12.3 $13.9 $15.0 $14.6 $99.3 Non-US Cost Estimated $2.7 $1.1 $3.1 $3.5 $3.8 $3.7 $2.8 $2.5 $26.5 Costs will be reconciled with individual country cost at the end of each modification period Aircraft quantities and costs subject to change Numbers may not add correctly due to rounding 7
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VDTS/SBIS Program Video Data Transfer System (VDTS)
Replaces current obsolete video tape recorder Used for debriefing both SUPT and IFF students Especially important on IFF missions for critiquing energy management and validating weapons employment Kits already purchased under Avionics Upgrade Program Depot-level install Speed Brake Indicator Switch (SBIS) Inadvertent speed brake actuation common in T-38 Caused Class A mishap resulting in loss of aircraft SBIS provides a “hands-off” means of confirming safety of the aircraft during a critical phase of flight Kits already purchased; installed in conjunction with VDTS 8
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SC69 Funding Timeline T-38C VDTS/SBIS
FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 Total Quantities: Kits Installs 8 22 31 40 123 Costs ($M): $0.2 $0.7 $0.8 $0.5 $0.3 $2.5 Non-US Cost Estimated $0.04 $0.17 $0.21 $0.13 $0.08 $0.62 Installations began June 2011 Costs paid by US. All costs will be reconciled with individual country cost at the end of the modification Costs subject to change Numbers may not add correctly due to rounding 9
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New T-38 Modification Efforts
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T-38C Avionics Component Integration (AvCI)
T-38C requires replacement of key Avionics components due to obsolescence Primary components affected Heads-up Display (HUD) Mission Display Processor (MDP) VHF Navigation Receiver VHF Communication Receiver/Transmitter Notional FY16 – FY23 development and integration schedule Development begins in FY16 Production and installs begin in FY17 for some components Source selection in progress Estimated award in Q4 FY15, RFP released 23 January 2015 Costs and schedule are estimates; will revise figures after contract award 11
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SC69 Funding Timeline T-38C Avci
FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 Total Quantities (Parts): HUD 15 62 46 123 MDP VHF Navigation Receiver 18 VHF Communication R/T Quantities (Installs): VOR-ILS-RCVR VHF COMM Costs: $4.6 $18.3 $13.8 $36.7 $2.9 $11.5 $8.6 $23.0 $0.3 $2.1 $0.4 $0.5 $2.7 Installs $0.0 $0.7 $8.2 $30.5 $23.2 $0.8 $64.5 Non-US Cost Estimated $0.2 $7.6 $5.8 $0.1 $16.1 12 Still in Planning Phase; Costs and year of requirement subject to change
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Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)
FAA is transforming air traffic control to a satellite-based system known as the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) Mandatory for all aircraft operating in CONUS by 2020 Increases safety and efficiency Airspace requiring ADS-B compliance: Class A, B, and C Class E above 10,000 ft Around those airports identified in 14CFR 91, Appendix D AETC T-38C training syllabi require access to controlled airspace above 10,000 feet AF 1067 approved to incorporate ADS-B in T-38s Fleet-wide Solution to be determined as part of AvCI contract effort 13
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ADS- B Funding Timeline (FY)
FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 Total Quantities: Kits 123 Installs 41 Costs: $1.8 $0.8 $2.4 $4.2 Non-US Cost Estimated $0.5 $0.2 $1.1 Still in Planning Phase Numbers may not add correctly due to rounding 14
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Fwd Canopy Development
Background : The T-38 has experienced 7 Class A mishaps and 3 pilot fatalities since 1964 due to bird strikes to the front canopy transparency. The current T-38 front canopy has a minimum birdstrike capability of 4 lb. bird at 125 knots. USAF expects to increase the minimum birdstrike capability significantly to be consistent with mission profiles without shattering in order to significantly increase pilot safety. The Program is in the early stages of market research and feasibility testing. Still in Planning Phase 15
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Proposal: Extend LOA Period of Performance
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Background AFI , Vol 1, Chapter 5, para states: Multiple-Year Appropriations. For multiple-year appropriations whose periods of availability for obligation overlap, apply new reimbursable orders and related transactions only to the most current account available during the period the orders were accepted. Problem: 1-year LOAs don’t provide enough flexibility to manage programs efficiently and effectively. 17
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Issue Issue: AF Policy does not allow for FY14 funds and FY15 LOAs to be used on the same line. Matching year funds are required. Impact: ENJJPT investment programs will be delayed or not start until matching year funds are available. This will lead to production line shutdowns. Aircraft will not be available to train pilots. Example: PCIII is fully funded across the FYDP; however, each fiscal year when a budget is not signed, the US is under Continuing Resolution Authority (CRA); FY15 funds were not available until 26 Nov 14. PCIII production almost didn’t start on 1 Dec 14. Previously, FY14 funds could be used. 18
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Proposal Extend LOA Period of Performance
DSCA states that this is allowable Partner Country money will take on the same characteristics as US money utilized O&M funded efforts stay 1 year money Investment funded efforts become 3 year money Budget for each FY requirement Only utilize money for each FY’s requirement Example: Don’t use prior FY funds to cover next FY requirement 19
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SC68 Funding Timeline T-38C PC III
FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 Total Quantities: Kits 9 12 6 10 66 Installs Costs: $3.6 $5.1 $2.4 $4.0 $26.7 $9.9 $11.0 $72.6 $12.3 $13.9 $15.0 $14.6 $99.3 Non-US Cost Estimated $2.7 $1.1 $3.1 $3.5 $3.8 $3.7 $2.8 $2.5 $26.5 Costs will be reconciled with individual country cost at the end of each modification period Aircraft quantities and costs subject to change Numbers may not add correctly due to rounding 20
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Benefits Provides flexibility to Program Office to adjust to fact of life changes Allows for countries to obligate funds received without having to return money when schedules slip Avoids production line shutdowns Meets mission of ENJJPT and ensures pilots get trained 21
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Recommendation Extend LOA Period of Performance
If approved, a PO change is required PO section 7.19, ,and 7.30 22
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Sustainment Efforts 23
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Control Rods and Magnesium Parts Replacement
TCTO 1T Control Rods and Magnesium Parts Replacement TCTO 837 addresses two issues in the primary flight control system. Inspections showed that magnesium CSIs contained corrosion damage. They also showed that control rods were bent which induces fatigue damage. To correct these issues the control rods will be replaced with new control rods. To correct the corrosion on the magnesium parts, new parts will be built out of aluminum and replaced. This is a one time change out of 39 flight control parts. Control Rods Magnesium Parts 24
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SC69 Funding Timeline Magnesium to Aluminum
FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 Total Quantities: Kits 8 41 44 30 123 Installs Costs ($M): Kits* $0.00 $0.0 $0.20 $1.60 $1.86 $1.38 $5.0 O&A $0.03 $0.16 $0.17 $0.14 $0.5 $0.23 $1.76 $2.03 $1.52 $5.5 Non-US Cost Estimated $0.07 $0.53 $0.61 $0.45 $1.7 * Kit cost included in the install rate Numbers may not add correctly due to rounding 25
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Engine Bay Asbestos Removal Effort
TCTO 1T Engine Bay Asbestos Removal Effort Asbestos originally used in the production of T-38 aircraft in the engine bays and liquid oxygen system areas as an insulator. It is now recognized asbestos poses a major health risk and field units are being tasked to perform increasing inspections in these areas due to aircraft age and usage. Removing the asbestos at depot creates a single controlled environment for asbestos removal allowing the field perform required inspections more efficiently without work-arounds required to mitigate asbestos exposure.. Pre 870 Post 870 Asbestos Removal 26
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Asbestos Removal Background: Asbestos is used to isolate the heat shields from the aluminum structure. Asbestos is considered a carcinogenic and requires Hazmat procedures to be in place when performing maintenance in this area. 27
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SC69 Funding Timeline Asbestos Removal Program
FY14 FY15 FY16 Total Quantities: Kits 42 44 37 123 Installs Costs ($M): Kits* $0.00 $0.0 $1.53 $1.68 $1.70 $4.9 O&A $.38 $0.48 $0.17 $1.0 $1.91 $2.16 $1.87 $5.9 Non-US Cost Estimated $0.57 $0.65 $0.56 $1.8 * Material/Kit cost included in the install rate Numbers may not add correctly due to rounding 28
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Lower Center Longeron Background : Cracks are being discovered on lower center longerons during phase inspection. The field cannot replace or repair these longerons. The depot is currently replacing them. Both left and right longerons are replaced regardless if only one side is cracked. 29
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Attach Lower Aft Support
Background: Inspection added to depot workload during asbestos removal as opportunistic maintenance. Cracks were discovered on numerous aircraft in depot. An inspection TCTO will be issued to inspect all aircraft in the field. 30
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Cost Saving Measures New LED Beacon Light New Radial Tires
Increased visibility Increased mean time between failure New Radial Tires Increased Landings New Generator Stator Housing Operates at cooler temperatures Currently implemented Improved P-panel Circuit Cards Testing completed Technical Review Board (TERB) at Tinker TERB and Configuration Control Board at T-38 SPM T-5 Amp Go No Go Tester Capability to test T-5 Amp before returning to contractor for repair Approximately 60% returned to supply as serviceable 31
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LED Beacon Light Background: Existing electromechanical rotating beacon light is prone to failure due to age and condition. This light has a mean time between failures of <300 hours. The new LED beacon has no moving parts and is expected to have a MTBF of >27,000 hours. 32
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Bias vs Radial Tires FEATURES BENEFITS Bias Radial 33
Improved FOD Resistance Mature Technology Low Heat Generation Improved Ride Quality (Reduced Vibration/flat spots) Tire Cooling Time Reduced Less Rolling Resistance Increased Overload & Taxi Durability Marginal Safety Benefit 33
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Generator Stator Housing
Background: During depot overhaul, stator housings needed to be condemned due to damage to the stator housing. A redesign was initiated and a new stacked housing was approved. Testing proved that a generator operated at cooler temperatures and service life increased. Several test generators are still in service after 1400 hours. 34
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Protection Panel Circuit Cards
Background: Legacy P-panel circuit cards are 1960s technology. New circuit cards use state of the art technology and are expected to increase service life. Legacy and improved p-panels can be installed on an aircraft with no issues. Operational testing is scheduled soon for final approval. 35
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Safety Initiatives Forward Canopy Redesign – Improved bird-strike resistance Flap Y Rod Replacement – TCTO 1T completed 164 A/C Rudder Interconnect Crank Replacement – Deliveries Mar 16 Rudder Force Producer Spring Replacement – 6 remaining Control Stick Bolt Safety Wire – 15 remaining Brake Quadrant Replacement – Deliveries Feb 15 36
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Summary Cost figures presented are subject to change due to program delays, aircraft beddown changes, DoD funding adjustments, efficiencies not determined, contract restructuring and re-pricing, or other unforeseen circumstances. This info is provided for long range budget planning purposes and should not be interpreted as a final cost estimate. Goal is to ensure NATO’s future fighter pilot training needs are met and ENJJPT, with new advanced training systems, will continue to produce the world’s best pilots. 37
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Steering Committee approve proposed funding plan
Recommendation Steering Committee approve proposed funding plan
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