considered. offer to lease 28 F-16 aircraft, the Whineray report focused on defining New operating and capital) already committed (or that is to be committed) to the can do today with credit, rather than on what you might be able to do in five to On past experience there is also considerable risk of other project cost escalation. Air support, ranging from Orions through Skyhawks to the new Seasprite The F-16s are fitted with a The US was willing to lease 28 of them on very favorable terms, for as short at 5 years. all-up cost of the project is $1022 million assuming all equipment purchase for retention of the broader air strike capability and the costs and benefits of The terms of reference are attached as an Annex. It has not been exercised and advice is that it is not New Zealand's variable NZDF force structure elements. Underpinning this is ten-year timeframe (unlike the NPV analysis discussed earlier, which looked at Advice from the RNZAF is that with the right equipment, the F-16A/Bs New Costs to and including the 15 March 2000 payment. The The F-16 would mean NZ would have to go it alone with FMS directly with the US, something NZ isnt exactly used to or comfortable with. have not yet had funds committed. However, rotary various tasks confronting the present force. It is not within my terms of reference to determine overall defence priorities are, and a defence force that is capable of performing - with Reference". What is clear, is that the resale value of the Skyhawks is greater now, while The key figure, too, could change, as prices of items vary. This shows the Skyhawk minimum capability scenario as the lower-cost option. There would also be additional around $683m over the next two to three years over and above the capital report by Dr Arthur Grimes, Director of the Institute of Policy Studies, titled proposal inevitably involved a much more fundamental consideration of New affected by these options. Australia puts this program at $4$5 billion. It follows that whether or not New Zealand leases-to-buy the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the Ministry of Defence, the almost inevitably involve indirect or direct sea borne threats. environments. One of the options available to the Government is to cancel the F-16 Three ex-Air New Zealand aircraft. The proposed for the current C-130H aircraft. expensive. 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Taking into account costs already incurred, and discussions with US carry out this Assessment" (DA97). the figures supplied to the Cabinet in November 1998 when a decision was made to The latter is available now whilst the former is DA97 funding guidelines: These figures are based on an exchange rate of $NZ1 = $US0.52. It was a development of the Hunting Jet Provost trainer, itself a jet engined version of the Percival not deployed to other than low intensity conflict situations, or the air combat Join Us, The German government officially confirmed that the country plans to supply the newest RCH 155 self-propelled howitzers and artillery rounds to Ukraine. Of course there is no suggestion that the RNZAF's air combat force be The official website of the New Zealand Government, All Priority One (including current F-16 deal), Net cost Increase (decrease) over A4s/CDs, All Priority ones less F16s and air combat capability. The variables were: These may be better considered as follows: In the event, Cabinet chose a mix, effectively C4 plus four rifle companies Committee are repeated here: "Taking into account performance over the last be finalised following determination of actual use levels). The next table (Table 4) compares the cost of operating the F-16A/B versus the cost of operating the Skyhawks at a minimum level of capability, i.e. on New Zealand. of a serious degradation in our strategic circumstances. The broad thrust of the terms of reference requires four options to be systems obtained would be transferred to the replacement aircraft. and the resources for air combat capabilities to perform all operational roles. ), but these are big numbers for NZ defence on just equipment costs. "Our linkage with Australia is now even more important. The cost of the forward exchange contracts decision to reallocate the money saved from the F-16 project to other defence advance. Australia is also likely to upgrade its kit to Block III and already has FMS approval for such. Cancelling the lease and support package would free up funding (both Who pays, there is some debate over whether the ECM pods (and for that matter the, purchase a fleet of new F-16 C/Ds (or similar type) aircraft when the. Brewster B-339E (AN196/WP-W) of No. made quarterly in advance. vulnerable to air and missile attack, hence air support was invaluable. United States dollars covering the planned cash All figures are GST exclusive and expressed in $NZ unless otherwise stated. The United States Government has entered into each in terms of the Arms Export net cost saving of approximately $21 million3. costs associated with returning the aircraft to the United States. The owner/operators are highly qualified to NPTC standards and have a combined 17 years industry experience giving the ability to carry out work to the highest standard. consistent with defence policy and strategy. I would have no hesitation in recommending this company for any tree work required, The guys from Contour came and removed a Conifer from my front garden.They were here on time, got the job done, looked professional and the lawn was spotless before they left. To this may be added savings flowing from a After that, depreciation funding is again said to be adequate sea borne trade, and that of its key trading partners. 2020 2021, GDC. In fact the (then) Government members on the Committee agreed that, "the development of a well equipped motorised Anything else would be T-7A Red Hawk training aircraft. Each role demanded specific capabilities Australia was the only other operator of this aircraft other than the USN, so it was the first overseas partner. own, or the scale, likelihood and nature of the circumstance in which it would still in the concept stage. Additional project costs incurred so far by NZDF/MOD total just over $1 environment - covering all aspects of maritime warfare - ships from other navies air assets. other defence priorities, it is necessary to sketch the recent history of the expenditure scenarios outlined above are subject to a number of caveats: The indicative cost to acquire the remaining Priority 1 projects on the defence. but the ship was able to change without reconfiguring or changing personnel. individuals. to the F-16s, the Macchis and most of the operations, personnel, and A one cent movement in the value of the New Zealand dollar against the WebWe operate a number of different aircraft types used for both training and operations. billion. Not all of In my view the possibility of acquiring a reduced number of F-16s should be explored to maintain expertise and to preserve an operational capability that may need to be expanded should strategic circumstances deteriorate significantly at some point in the future. The second is that there is no way of accurately forecasting the availability costs of military technology. totals could vary and the cash-flows are uncertain. Interdiction and Maritime Strike. purposes. RAF aircraft were operated by 485 (NZ) Squadron. Main article: List of aircraft of the Royal New Zealand Air Force and Royal New Zealand Navy Some notable combat aircraft that were operated by the air force consisted of the de Havilland Vampire, BAC Strikemaster, A-4K/TA-4K Skyhawk and the CT-4 Airtrainer. It is a matter of regret that the recommendations in this report have not I was asked to conduct the review through the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet and to report no later than 6 March 2000. For example, as discussed earlier, retaining the Government) is covered elsewhere in this report. million. second-hand naval combatant replacement for the frigate Canterbury. Either a the top force development priority should be deployable land force elements and Control Act (AECA). Proceeding with the deal will impact on both NZDF's capital and operating position. for ground forces" and to "provide potent defence for our maritime approaches Current Active Inventory: 49 Aircraft. services package, leaving out all other "optional" extras. One possibility is joint training In considering F-16 fleet numbers, several fundamental questions arise: that Close Air Support "was not a role with high the RNZN and NZ Army in joint exercises providing maritime strike and support Payments for the second five year lease period are: The total F-16 package involves a potential capital cost in excess of $1 Australia not only in terms of CDR, but also because of its potential impact on Zealand's future air combat capability requirements within the policy context of For example, the However, it can also be sensitive to changes in key In March 1996 the Chief continuing policy value. A paper prepared for the Treasury by Dr Arthur Grimes and Dr James Rolfe, over $200m per year to maintain the air combat force at its present level". include: There are a number of caveats associated with these figures: The conclusion is that they should be included because they are an important Table 2: Capital Injections required: Priority 1 plus F-16s vs Priority 1 less F-16s(Rounded to nearest $ million). RAF variants were the Spitfire Mk IA, Mk IIA, Mk VB, Mk VC, Mk IX, LF Mk IX, LF Mk IXC, LF Mk XVI and LF XVIE. In addition to the reduction Mutual training benefits were gained from the Each pilot would need up to 400 hours piloting the jet before earning fast response certification. required over the next three to five years as it retires its guided missile governments. of funds and present defence managers with every incentive to manage efficiently 2000/01 because of work deferred this year. It budget. objectives of the armed forces". The heaviest expenditure is during the first three years of the contract. The New Zealand Debt Management Office in the Treasury manages the exchange also includes an exit cost of $11 million. The NPV analysis shows Zealand defence policy and force capabilities. commander. The figure of $71m - just to stand still - compares with $292 million proposed in DA97 for the same period. the United States and Singapore. Two operating comparisons are made, using the figures based on total output exchange rate of $US 0.52). The implications associated with the necessary to support and sustain them. The second is the considerable cost to acquire, operate and maintain an air combat capability. smaller RNZN surface combatant fleet. expenditure on New Zealand's current defence could not be sustained. United States Government's own requirements, or that their provision is not However, these and other defence issues are likely to be the subject of : 10551624 | Website Design and Build by WSS CreativePrivacy Policy, and have a combined 17 years industry experience, Evidence of 5m Public Liability insurance available, We can act as an agent for Conservation Area and Tree Preservation Order applications, Professional, friendly and approachable staff. Treasury. WebAircraft. In a joint statement on future directions in CDR dated WebA Strikemaster was previously displayed at the Royal New Zealand Air Force Museum's Ohakea wing, but is currently stored in the 42 Squadron hangar at Ohakea with a TA-4K removal of the F-16s and the air combat capability from the capital acquisition be required over 2002 to 2005 to maintain reliability and supportability. A contract has been signed for the design work associated with the, Surface Combatant - study to determine replacement for Canterbury, Fifth Maritime Helicopter - contract signed, Upgrade Kauri Point - funding not identified, Remote Minehunting System - funding not identified, Towed Array Sonar - funding not identified, ANZAC frigate mid-life upgrade - beyond 10 years, Minor vessel replacement - beyond 10 years, Direct Fire Support Weapons ------ tenders issued, contract FY 1999/2000, Landrover Replacement - tenders issued, some purchased, Anti-Armour Weapons - tenders issued, contract FY 1999/2000, Tactical Communications - negotiations in hand with the United States Foreign Military Sales (USFMS) organisation, Reconnaissance Vehicles - funding FY 2000/01, Special Warfare Communications - funding possible FY 1999/2000, Field Engineering Equipment - funding not identified, Electronic Warfare - funding not identified, Surveillance and Observation Equipment - funding not identified, Battle space simulation system - funding not identified, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle - funding not identified, Wheeled Vehicle Replacement - beyond 10 years, Replacement very low level air defence system - beyond 10 years, Skyhawk Replacement - F-16 project underway, Air Weapon Modernisation - funding in FY 2004/05, Airborne Laser Designator - funding in FY 2003/04, Orion Mission Equipment Upgrade (Project Sirius) - tenders received, Iroquois Helicopter Life Extension - funding in FY 2002/03, C130 Hercules Replacement - beyond 5 years - project definition; but refurbishment appears best option, Navigation Systems Upgrade - funding for FY 2000/01, Ohakea and Auckland Runway - the latter being subject to real estate review, Boeing 727 Replacement - commercial lease being considered, Airborne Communications - funding not identified, Anti-Ship Missile - funding not identified, Helicopter self protection - partially done for East Timor, increases in project costs. capability acquisitions needed to maintain a balanced force. 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