B-2 DMS
Abstract
The B-2A Spirit is the world's most advanced long-range strike asset. The unique combination of range, payload and stealth (anti-access and global strike missions) characteristics allow the B-2 to target and destroy the highest value enemy targets, regardless of location, and return home safely. RDT&E projects are necessary to both preserve this strategic advantage as well as increase the flexibility and lethality of this national asset tasked across a broad spectrum, from tactical to national objectives. This RDT&E program reflects the restructure of the current DMS-M EMD effort and transition to the modernization of the B-2 cockpit display sub-system. The legacy multi-function display units (MDUs) are not supportable due to obsolescence and repair issues. Without this program, display availability will severely impact aircraft availability. In FY 2020 and prior, the B-2 DMS-M effort was documented in PE 0605931F B-2 DMS, Project 653844 B-2 DMS; the de-scoped effort was re-named to B-2 Displays Modernization (BDM) and is now documented in PE 0101127F B-2 Squadrons, Project 675345 B-2 Modernization. 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. This program element may include necessary civilian pay expenses required to manage, execute, and deliver B-2 DMS-M weapon system capability. The use of such program funds would be in addition to the civilian pay expenses budgeted in program element 0605831F. This program is in Budget Activity 5, System Development and Demonstration (SDD) because it has passed Milestone B approval and is conducting engineering and manufacturing development tasks aimed at meeting validated requirements prior to full rate production.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2022
- Source ID
- 653844_0605931F_5_3600_PB_2022
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