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B-52 SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS (BPAC 675039) The B-52 System Improvements is a comprehensive project to facilitate future capabilities and ensure the B-52's viability in performing current and future wartime missions. The scope of work may include studies and analyses to include development Analyses of Alternatives (AoA), Capability Development Documents (CDD), and/or any other analysis or documentation necessary to establish a Program of Record (POR). Additionally, this project may include airborne integration experiments or demonstrations of emerging technologies. Trainers and Upgrades for B-52 Systems Improvements In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the B-52 Systems Improvements projects will update existing trainers or use Computer-Based Training (CBT) to add any new systems improvement functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the Systems Integration Lab (SIL) for the Weapon System Trainers (WSTs). MAJOR THRUSTS B-52 AFMC TEST ASSETS (future BPAC 671803) The B-52 Test Support project will provide funding for the test aircraft, manpower, and facilities at the Air Force Test Center located at Edwards AFB, California. This project will support the developmental testing and sustainment needs of the B-52 weapon system. B-52 VLF/LF Modernization (future BPAC 671805) The B-52 VLF/LF Modernization integrates a receive-only, low frequency receiver and antenna subsystem to provide secure, survivable strategic nuclear communication capability for the B-52. This project will consist of integrating an existing VLF/LF Modernization terminal into the B-52. Integration includes Group A wiring, rack and antenna, and the Group B terminal Line Replaceable Unit (LRU). Funds may be used to address emerging and short-notice Diminishing Manufacturing and Material Shortage (DMSMS) issues. As the VLF/LF Modernization provides future communication growth to the B-52, emerging security/certification requirements (nuclear certification, cyber security, program protection, crypto modernization, etc.) as well as other aircraft upgrades (Link 16, EHF, 1760 IWBU, Mode S/Mode 5, IFF, BSB, Re-Engine, etc.) may require studies and/or support for potential impact to VLF/LF Modernization. Funds may be used to procure, test, and field terminals. DMS efforts to include removal of end-of-life software/hardware within simulators systems and move to a modular, common open system architecture that is sustainable and cyber-resilient. Implement requirements and standards defined under the Simulator Common Architecture Requirements and Standards (SCARS) initiative. Funds may be used to resolve emerging safety of flight and diminishing manufacturing sources issues, accommodate technology insertion and fulfill FAA or other mandates necessary to ensure continued aircrew safety and mission effectiveness. Trainers and Upgrades for B-52 VLF/LF Modernization In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the B-52 Systems Improvements projects will update existing trainers or use Computer-Based Training (CBT) to add any new systems improvement functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the Systems Integration Lab (SIL) for the Weapon System Trainers (WSTs). B-52 ADVANCED TARGET POD-MULTI FUNCTION COLOR DISPLAY (future BPAC 671807) The B-52 Advanced Targeting Pod Multi-Function Color Display (ATP-MFCD) project consists of a monitor upgrade with a 10 gigabyte Ethernet connection. The current targeting pod is outdated and experiencing a historic break rate. Additionally, the current monitor does not support current and emerging video resolution improvements of the fielded Sniper and LITENING ATPs. The B-52's ATP is now capable of transmitting HD color and video at a much higher resolution than the current monochrome monitor; this upgrade will improve combat lethality and situational awareness. Trainers and Upgrades for B-52 Advanced Target Pod Multi Function Color Display In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the B-52 Systems Improvements projects will update existing trainers or use Computer-Based Training (CBT) to add any new systems improvement functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the Systems Integration Lab (SIL) for the Weapon System Trainers (WSTs). BOMBER TACTICAL DATA LINK (TDL) (BPAC 675041) The Bomber Tactical Data Link (TDL), also known as B-52 Link 16, provides low latency, jam-resistant situation awareness and the Command and Control (C2) communications needed to support in-theater operations and missions. This project will consist of integrating an existing Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) Link 16 terminal into the B-52. Integration includes Group A wiring, rack and antenna modification, and the incorporation of the Group B terminal Line Replaceable Unit (LRU). The TDL terminal will be fully integrated with Combat Network Communications Technology (CONECT). This Line-Of-Sight (LOS) Link 16 capability allows the warfighter to maintain situational awareness, avoid threats, and most efficiently employ an array of weapons. Trainers and Upgrades for Bomber TDL In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the Bomber TDL project will update existing trainers or use CBT to add TDL functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the SIL for the WSTs. B-52 ADVANCED EXTREMELY HIGH FREQUENCY (AEHF) INTEGRATION The B-52 Advance Extremely High Frequency (AEHF) Integration SATCOM system provides a survivable, low probability of intercept/detection, high bandwidth system that ensures secure intra/inter-flight and two-way command and control communications in the modern anti-access/aerial denial battlespace. This communications upgrade replaces the non-survivable Military Strategic and Tactical Relay (MILSTAR) Ultra High Frequency (UHF) SATCOM capability (MILSTAR is nearing system end of life) on the B-52. The AEHF Integration effort will integrate the terminal, antenna and system components required to provide two-way EHF communication for the B-52. Funds may be used to address emerging and short-notice Diminishing Manufacturing and Material Shortage (DMSMS) issues. As AEHF Integration provides future communication growth to the B-52, emerging security/certification requirements (nuclear certification, cyber security, program protection, crypto modernization, etc.) as well as other aircraft upgrades (Link 16, CVR, 1760 IWBU, Mode S/Mode 5, IFF, BSB, Re-Engine, etc.) may require studies and/or support for potential impact to AEHF. Funds may be used to procure, test, and field terminals and other system components. DMS efforts to include removal of end-of-life software/hardware within simulators systems and move to a modular, common open system architecture that is sustainable and cyber-resilient. Implement requirements and standards defined under the Simulator Common Architecture Requirements and Standards (SCARS) initiative. Funds may be used to resolve emerging safety of flight and diminishing manufacturing sources issues, accommodate technology insertion and fulfill FAA or other mandates necessary to ensure continued aircrew safety and mission effectiveness. Trainers and Upgrades for B-52 ADVANCED EXTREMELY HIGH FREQUENCY In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the B-52 Systems Improvements projects will update existing trainers or use Computer-Based Training (CBT) to add any new systems improvement functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the Systems Integration Lab (SIL) for the Weapon System Trainers (WSTs). B-52 1760 INTERNAL WEAPONS BAY UPGRADE (IWBU) The B-52 1760 Internal Weapons Bay Upgrade (IWBU) integrates MIL-STD 1760 weapons capability onto the B-52. This project utilizes 44 Common Strategic Rotary Launchers (CSRLs) converted into Conventional Rotary Launchers (CRLs), where three of the CRLs will be modified under Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) for test purposes thus resulting in a production quantity of 41 CRLs. Increment 1.1 develops capability for internal carriage of eight Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) and variants, to include Laser JDAM (LJDAM), on a rotary launcher. Additionally, this increment develops the capability for external carriage for 16 LJDAM. Increment 1.2 develops the capability for internal carriage of eight Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles (JASSM) and its variants, to include JASSM-Extended Range (JASSM-ER), or eight Miniature Air Launched Decoys (MALD) and its variants, to include MALD Jammer (MALD-J). This increment also develops the capability for external carriage for 12 JASSM-ER. This requirement's CDD was validated by the Air Force Requirements Oversight Council (AFROC) in June 2013. Trainers and Upgrades for B-52 1760 IWBU In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the B-52 1760 IWBU project will update existing trainers or use CBT to add MIL-STD 1760 IWBU functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the SIL for the WSTs. B-52 COMBAT NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (CONECT) The B-52 CONECT project supports nuclear and conventional operations by upgrading the B-52 fleet with data and voice communications capabilities along with improved threat awareness and situational awareness to support participation in net-centric operations. The CONECT upgrade includes new Multi-Functional Color Displays (MFCDs) and a digital interphone system; both of which will survive and function through the nuclear environment to enhance crew interaction and situational awareness. In order to enable net-centric operations, the CONECT upgrade integrates the following systems: on-board client/server architecture supporting distributed processing with independent control functions; UHF Beyond Line-Of-Sight (BLOS) Joint Range Extension (JRE) capability via ARC-210 Warrior radio (for exchanging J-Series messaging within theater); Intelligence Broadcast Receiver (IBR); limited Internet Protocol (IP)-based UHF BLOS link (to support voice, e-mail, and file transfers); and an Improved Data Modem (IDM)-based digital Variable Message Format (VMF) datalink to significantly enhance Close Air Support (CAS) missions. This integrated suite will provide the B-52 fleet with a machine-to-machine data transfer capability supporting aircraft re-tasking and retargeting of Conventional Air-Launched Cruise Missile (CALCM) and J-series weapons across the range of B-52 military operations and missions. This requirement's Capability Production Document (CPD) was validated by the Air Force Requirements Oversight Council (AFROC) on 16 September 2008. Trainers and Upgrades for B-52 CONECT In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the B-52 CONECT project will update existing trainers or use CBT to add CONECT functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the SIL for the WSTs. GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) INTERFACE UNIT (IU) (GPS-IU) REPLACEMENT The Global Positioning System (GPS) Interface Unit (IU) Replacement project will replace three Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) in the GPS-IU as well as the backplane (to integrate the new and old CCAs); the Central Processing Unit (CPU)/1553, the power supply CCA, and the video graphics card. Trainers and Upgrades for GPS-IU Replacement In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the GPS-IU Replacement project will update existing trainers or use CBT to add GPS-IU functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the SIL for the WSTs. RADAR MODERNIZATION PROGRAM (RMP) The RMP will support nuclear and conventional operations by replacing the current APQ-166 radar on the B-52H aircraft. The APQ-166 is increasingly difficult to support due to Diminished Manufacturing Sources (DMS) and obsolescent technologies; the average reliability rate places long-duration missions at risk. This modernization program will encompass the radar antenna array and up to 14 individual LRUs that comprise the entire B-52 radar system. Development and production of new systems to replace the legacy equipment will be installed on all 76 B-52H aircraft. The RMP will take advantage of advances in technology and on-going development efforts to acquire, to the maximum extent possible, COTS components and integrate them into the B-52. The use of new technology will increase reliability of the radar system while also allowing the operational command to fully utilize the capabilities of the B-52H aircraft to employ an array of weapons, perform mission-essential navigation, and conduct weather avoidance functions. Trainers and Upgrades for RMP In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the RMP will update existing trainers or use CBT to add modernized radar functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the SIL for the WSTs. LOW COST IMPROVEMENTS The Low Cost Improvements BPAC will facilitate future B-52 capabilities. The scope of work may involve, but is not limited to the following systems/functions: avionics, navigation, Situational Awareness (SA), weapons/targeting pod integration, communications, flight systems, nuclear systems, and electronic flight bags. Additionally, this project will develop and integrate emerging technologies for specialized B-52 missions to include Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), targeting, and weapons employment. Continuing work related to the Mission Data Recorder will make the T-1 modification a permanent modification to the platform. Trainers and Upgrades for Low Cost Improvements In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, this project will update existing trainers or use CBT to add low cost, improved functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the SIL for the WSTs. B-52 WEAPON SYSTEMS TRAINER (WST) AIR REFUELING TRAINER UPGRADE The Weapon Systems Trainer (WST) Air Refueling Trainer upgrade enhances the principal mission of the B-52 Training Systems program by ensuring high-fidelity simulators and training systems are available for aircrew members to support credible training, maintain proficiencies, and increase skill levels. B-52 Aircrew Training Devices simulate the necessary visual, motion, and audible cues to provide effective ground training for aircrew members. The B-52 WST Air Refueling Upgrade is a comprehensive project that will aid B-52 aircrew in accomplishing credible air refueling training in the simulator, which in turn will minimize the requirement for on-aircraft air refueling training. To facilitate this capability, the scope of work will involve development of an AoA, studies and analysis, a CDD, or any other analysis or documentation necessary to support the POR. This upgrade will also implement requirements and standards defined under the Simulator Common Architecture Requirements and Standards (SCARS) initiative. B-52 RE-ENGINING The B-52 Re-Engine Program (REP) supports nuclear and conventional operations by replacing the current TF33-PW-103 engine on the B-52H aircraft. The TF33-PW-103 engine is increasingly difficult to sustain due to diminished manufacturing sources and obsolescent technologies; the AF Propulsion Directorate projects the engine will become unsustainable by 2030. This sustainment program will replace the current TF33-PW-103 engine with jet engines of similar size, weight, and thrust characteristics. The development, production and installation of new engines and related subsystems will replace the legacy equipment on all 76 B-52H aircraft. As the REP brings additional capability to the B-52, emerging security/certification requirements (nuclear hardening, cyber security, program protection, etc.) will also need to be addressed. Several concurrent aircraft upgrades during the REP may necessitate studies be performed during the program to determine optimal engine installation and deployment options. Trainers and Upgrades for B-52 Re-Engining In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the B-52 Re-Engining project will update existing trainers or use CBT to add modernized re-engining capabilities/functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the SIL for the WSTs. B-52 CRYPTO MODERNIZATION The B-52 Crypto Modernization project will upgrade the B-52 with Mobile User Objective System (MUOS)-capable ARC-210 radio systems to prevent loss of BLOS voice and data communications capability. Trainers and Upgrades for Crypto Modernization In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the B-52 Cryto Modernization project will update existing trainers or use CBT to add Cryto Modernization functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the SIL for the WSTs. B-52 AIRSPACE COMPLIANCE The B-52 Airspace Compliance project will upgrade the Communication, Navigation and Surveillance and Air Traffic Management (CNS/ATM) systems to meet FAA mandates. Additionally, the Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) upgrade will be accomplished to meet FAA requirements for FY20. Trainers and Upgrades for B-52 Airspace Compliance In order to maintain currency with the latest aircraft configuration, the B-52 Airspace Compliance project will update existing trainers or use CBT to add increased functionality to meet user training requirements and update/maintain the SIL for the WSTs. Funds may be used to resolve emerging safety of flight and DMS issues, accommodate technology insertion, and fulfill FAA (or other) mandates necessary to ensure continued aircrew safety and mission effectiveness and to accommodate the FAA mandate for ADS-B as outlined throughout previous AF and DoD budget exhibits. This Program Element (PE) may include any necessary civilian pay expenses required to manage, execute, and deliver B-52 weapon system capability. The use of such program funds would be in addition to the civilian pay expenses budgeted in PEs 0605826F, 0605827F, 0605828F, 0605829F, 0605830F, 0605831F, 0605832F, and 0605898F. BA 7- This project is in Budget Activity 7, Operational System Development because this budget activity includes development efforts to upgrade systems that have been fielded or have received approval for full rate production and anticipate production funding in the current or subsequent fiscal year. This project is in Budget Activity (BA) 7 (Operational System Development) because this BA includes development efforts to upgrade systems that have been fielded or have received approval for full rate production and anticipate production funding in the current or subsequent fiscal year.

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Document Type: R2 Budgetary Justification
Publication Date: Oct 01, 2019
Source ID: 0101113F_7_3600_PB_2019
Change Summary Explanation: FY17: Decrease of $13.717M consists of: -$10M reduction for re-engine (Request of Additional Appropriations not fulfilled), -$2.96M for SBIR, and -0.76M for BTR to B-1. FY19: Increase of $150.1M consists of four new start programs: AFMC Test Assets $17.9M, Advanced Targeting POD Multi-Function Color Display $1.59M, VLF/LF Modernization $22.00M, and AEHF Integration $13.55M; funding additions to: Re-Engine $65M, GPS-IU $28M, Tactical Data Link $12.078M; funding decreases to WST AR Trainer upgrade $7.917M (moved to FY20) and overall inflation adjustment $2.11M.
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