The basic question addressed in this research report is the capability of the Attack Fighter (A-X) to fulfill the Army's close air support requirements. The A-X's capability was analyzed in relation to the tactical air power doctrine, and, particularly, the relationship of the close air support mission to the counter-air and interdiction missions. Further, the A-X was evaluated against the requirements for responsiveness, ordnance carriage capability, lethality, maneuverability, survivability, communication equipment and simplicity of design. Since the AH-56 Cheyenne and the AV-8 Harrier are competing for this mission, the A-X was compared with these vehicles. The conclusions reached were that: the Marines should continue their procurement, development of operational techniques and experience with the Harrier; the Army should cancel the Cheyenne and the Air Force should continue with the A-x Program. (Author(


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