Biggus
Late on those original timescales, sadly, yes. But don't blame it all on BWOS. Many other political/4-Nation MoD factors come to mind over the years. Still an outstanding piece of kit, which will provide the RAF with a potent weapon system to counter any foreseeable threat for many years (and that doesn't have to mean a counter to F22). Take a serious look at what we want it to do for us - and it then just might be a very credible alt to all other US alternatives. And remember, it's ours, and we can do what the hell we like with its software, weapon upgrades etc - perhaps not so with an off-the-shelf buy.
Go on, have just a little faith ----------