A Summary and Analysis of the Logistics Support Cost Model Application to the ACF/F-16Weapon System Acquisition.

摘要

Department of Defense Directive 5000.2 states that Life Cycle Cost (LCC) must be considered in the acquisition of major weapon systems. One of the primary tools used in applying LCC techniques is the operating and support (O/S) cost model. One such model--Air Force Logistics Command's Logistics Support Cost (LSC) model--has recently been employed in the ACF/F-16 acquisition program and continues to be used in managing the F-16 program. This was only the second time an O/S type model had been used in major systems aquisition; the first was with the A-10. The question has arisen whether the use of an O/S type model been effective in acquiring systems with lower operating and support cost. Research focusing on the A-10 O/S cost model use surfaced several major deficiencies. This thesis having focused on the F-16 LSC model use, indicates that improvements have been made, but additional improvements are necessary before the use of O/S type models can be fully effective. The results of face-to face interviews with General Dynamics and Northrop personnel, involved in the ACF/F-16 program, provided an interesting perspective and give added credence to research findings and recommendations.