Beyond Induction: The Elusive Quest For Operational Maturity In Combat Aircraft

In discussions surrounding military aviation procurements, defence enthusiasts often fixate on induction timelines—the moment an aircraft formally enters service.Yet, this overlooks a critical distinction: operational maturity, which marks the point when a platform achieves full combat readiness, seamless integration, and sustained deployability. Induction merely signifies initial handover,
In discussions surrounding military aviation procurements, defence enthusiasts often fixate on induction timelines—the moment an aircraft formally enters service.Yet, this overlooks a critical distinction: operational maturity, which marks the point when a platform achieves full combat readiness, seamless integration, and sustained deployability. Induction merely signifies initial handover,
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