D-RAPCON officials expect slower production rate, say tests need more time

By Rachel Cohen / November 30, 2017 at 4:35 PM
The Deployable Radar Approach Control system entered developmental test in October as program officials prepare to stretch its production over seven years starting in 2019. "Raytheon continues to work with the Air Force to facilitate fielding of the D-RAPCON system as soon as it is ready," a company spokeswoman said Nov. 28. "This means completion of development and operational testing and additional production efforts including some potential system modifications to address government mandates and requirements." A Senate staffer told Inside...

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