Accession Number:

ADA412982

Title:

B-52H Re-Engining

Descriptive Note:

Final technical rept.

Corporate Author:

DEFENSE SCIENCE BOARD WASHINGTON DC

Personal Author(s):

• Carns, Michael P.

Report Date:

2002-12-01

Pagination or Media Count:

84.0

Abstract:

This is the final task force report. The task force was asked to review and advise on key aspects of the policy and technology issues associated with re-engining the USAF B-52 fleet. The task force carefully examined relevant aspects of W52 re-engining, including its impact on B-52 capability and demand for tanker support fuel consumption reliability, supportability and availability technical risks of re-engining and financing options, including the use of Energy Savings Performance Contracting.

Descriptors:

• *FUEL CONSUMPTION
• *BOMBER AIRCRAFT
• AIRCRAFT ENGINES
• TASK FORCES
• RELIABILITY
• MILITARY CAPABILITIES
• TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT

Subject Categories:

• Bombers

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE