Lonewolf_50, the S-97 is no doubt the game changer, but also the most expensive and risky option.
In one of the last big competitions (KC-X), congress changed the selection requirements (after EADS won) into meeting minimum requirements (~767 capabilities) at minimal costs, to sideline the better value for money KC30.
Wonder what congress members will try come up with, to steer the deal away from the AAS-72X+, without disqualifying the Boeing and Bell offerings, apart from the usual national interests/ jobs.
Last edited by keesje; 26th Mar 2013 at 18:18.