Menu Search Account

LegiStorm

Get LegiStorm App Visit Product Demo Website
» Get LegiStorm App
» Get LegiStorm Pro Free Demo

Sharing the Defense Burden: The Multinational F-16 Aircraft Program

  Premium   Download PDF Now (46 pages)
Report Type Reports and Testimonies
Report Date Aug. 15, 1977
Report No. PSAD-77-40
Subject
Summary:

The F-16 is a multibillion dollar program calling for coproduction of a new fighter aircraft by a consortium consisting of Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, Norway, and the United States. The arrangement should aid in standardization of weapon systems in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, provide a low cost fighter, and increase industrial activity for participants. The coproduction show the effect of European participating governments' program costs. However, the advantages of coproduction may outweigh the difficulties and added costs.

« Return to search Government Accountability Office reports