Originally, the LCH was anticipated to attain initial operating capability (IOC) by December 2010, however, development of the type was protracted and subject to several delays, some of which having been attributed to suppliers.
Orixinalmente agardábase que o LCH alcanzase a capacidade operativa inicial en decembro de 2010, porén, o desenvolvemento do tipo prolongouse e estivo suxeito a varios atrasos, algúns deles debido aos provedores.