Air Force FB-22 Bomber Concept

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Abstract:

The Air Force has expressed interest in developing a bomber variant of the FA-22 Raptor to bridge the gap between todays bombers and a follow-on bomber in 2037. Questions exist regarding the FB-22s feasibility, cost, and combat potential. This report will be updated as events warrant.

Author(s):
Bolkcom, Christopher
Author Organization(s):
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON DC CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
Descriptive Note:
Congressional rept.
Supplementary Note:
CRS Report for Congress.
Pagination:
0007

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
CRS-RS21848
Monitor Series:
CRS/DC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_3.1.2_Maneuver to Insert; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_1.1_Force Management; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_8_Building Partnerships
Modernization Areas:
Autonomy
Communities of Interest:
Air Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*COMBAT EFFECTIVENESS, *FIGHTER BOMBERS, AIR FORCE, PAYLOAD, SURVIVABILITY, COSTS, RANGE(DISTANCE), FLIGHT SPEEDS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Bombers, Attack and Fighter Aircraft
Keyword(s):
*FB 22 AIRCRAFT, F A 22 AIRCRAFT
Report Date:
2004 May 26
Creation Date:
2007 Oct 17