SDB II F-18 Integration
Abstract
Due to continuing delays in the F-35 program, the DON has adjusted the platform integration strategy by inclusion of Small Diameter Bomb II (SDB II) and BRU-55 on F/A-18 E/F to deliver the capability to the warfighter in light of continued F-35 program delays. This program funds the aircraft software, integration and testing required to successfully integrate SDB II and BRU-55 on the F/A-18 E/F to meet a FY 2023 Initial Operational Capability (IOC). In order to meet the IOC, testing will be limited to the F/A-18 E/F midboard stations and the flight envelope will be limited. Following limited envelope and midboard station testing, the program will test full envelope SDB II and BRU-55 on inboard stations and the SDB II and BRU-61 type II carriage system on midboard and inboard stations. Delays are due to test asset availability and discoveries in software. Software fixes are in and now completing Crypto Mod compatibility before resuming test. Fielded capability will have full function of SDB II and will be Crypto Mod compliant.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- 1663_0604329N_5_1319_PB_2024
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