B-1B

The B-1B program aims to modernize the B-1B Lancer a swing-wing, supersonic, long-range, conventional bomber. The program's primary objective is to alleviate aircraft obsolescence issues due to Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMS) while providing improved capabilities to the B-1B weapon system. This involves significant hardware and software development and testing. The program also focuses on the procurement of production assets in two lots based on available funding and aircraft availability for installs. Additionally, the B-1B Radio Crypto Compliance Program aims to replace existing radios with next-generation ones and provide MUOS Satellite Communication capability to support the DoD Chief Information Officer directive. The program's milestone includes continuing Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) Phase with an Acquisition Strategy Panel planned for 2QFY23.

The B-1B Radio Crypto Compliance Program specifically addresses the need to replace existing radios with next-generation ones and provide MUOS Satellite Communication capability to support the DoD Chief Information Officer directive. The initiative aims to ensure secure line of sight, beyond line of sight, and anti-jam communication with ground and air forces for the B-1B aircraft. The program also involves laying Ethernet cable required by MUOS Data, installing MUOS ancillaries, and additional software to execute MUOS capability on the aircraft. The planned production strategy involves procuring production assets in two lots based on available funding and aircraft availability for installs. Additionally, the program aims to address Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMS) issues through funding allocation. Milestones include continuing Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) Phase with an Acquisition Strategy Panel planned for 2QFY23.