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The possible replacement of existing Navy tactical-support air assets by a single airborne platform is being contemplated for such roles as Airborne Early Warning. Anti-Submarine Warfare, Electronic Warfare, and other secondary applications. These missins are currently performed by the E-2, S-3, and EA-6A air vehicle systems. This new multi-mission tactical aircraft is to be operated from larger carriers of the CVA-63 class with high performance catapult and arresting equipment. With this type of basing, design studies have shown that a conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) navalized aircraft will most effectively and efficiently meet the projected requirements. However, a unique dimension in operational deployment freedom and basing flexibility could be achieved with a Short Takeoff and Vertical Landing (STOVL) aircraft under preliminary evaluation by MCAIR - the Model 276 Medium Speed Tactical Aircraft.