Seek Eagle

The Seek Eagle program, managed by the Air Force SEEK EAGLE Office (AFSEO), focuses on ensuring aircraft-store compatibility for the U.S. Air Force and foreign military sales aircraft. Its primary goal is to conduct rigorous analyses to ensure the safe carriage, release, and ballistics accuracy of various stores such as bombs, missiles, and electronic countermeasures on different aircraft types. This process supports Combatant Commander requirements and aligns with the Secretary of the Air Force's Operational Imperatives and Cross-cutting Operational Enablers.

A key objective of the Seek Eagle program is to provide certifications for aircraft-store configurations through engineering analysis, wind tunnel testing, modeling and simulation, and ground/flight test evaluations. Each year, AFSEO recommends approximately 1000 aircraft-store combinations for flight, covering a wide range of aircraft including the Next Generation Air Dominance Family of Systems and B-21 bombers. The program also supports certification efforts for various munitions such as Small Diameter Bombs, Joint Direct Attack Munitions, and Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles.

The program aims to incorporate new technologies to enhance certification efficiency and support rapid acquisition timelines. This includes developing advanced modeling tools, artificial intelligence applications, and enhancing information technology infrastructure. Additionally, it collaborates with international partners like the Israeli Air Force to accelerate weapons certification processes for platforms like the F-35.

Seek Eagle also supports operational management by sustaining state-of-the-art engineering tools necessary for its mission. This involves maintaining existing technology infrastructure and ensuring that resources are available to meet emerging warfighter needs globally. The program's ongoing efforts are crucial in adapting to evolving operational plans and tactics while maintaining a robust certification capability for the Air Force's diverse fleet.