5 Tweets Aug 16, 2024
In the last five years, #ROKAFโ€™s #F35A fleet experienced 352.4 instances of part cannibalization. The issue peaked in 2020 with an average of 3.4 cases per aircraft, followed by 2.4 cases in 2023. #AircraftMaintenance #PartCannibalization
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The #ROKAF highlighted that the #F35A, with its 200,000-300,000 parts, faces lengthy repair times due to the complexity of procuring replacements. To keep jets operational, they use parts from other aircraft in maintenance until new ones arrive. #PartCannibalization
According to the Air & Space Forces Association, the #F35A had a mission capable rate of only 51% in 2023. #Aviation #CombatReadiness
Concerns are rising as the #F35A, a cutting-edge fighter just 5 years into service, shows more parts cannibalization than the older #F15K. #Aviation #CombatReadiness
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