Air Force and industry representatives last month successfully completed a two-day technical review of the new software and computing architecture for the B-2A stealth bomber, lead contractor Northrop Grumman announced yesterday. The new architecture defines standardized hardware and software interfaces that will allow the B-2’s new integrated processor, which Lockheed Martin is developing, to communicate, via a fiber network, with the aircraft’s processing applications. It will also provide the high-speed data-handling capacity needed for new capabilities, such as the extremely high frequency satellite communications system and the ability to destroy moving targets. “By defining the requirements and design for the entire B-2 architecture up front, we will significantly reduce the time, effort and cost associated with developing and integrating new capabilities on the jet,” said Northrop’s Ron Naylor, director of the B-2 EHF and computer upgrade program.
Work Has Begun to Adapt Qatari 747 to Fly as Air Force One
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The Air Force has started modifying a Boeing 747 donated by Qatar for "executive airlift," a spokesperson said Sept. 15. President Donald Trump has said he wants to fly the jet as “Air Force One” since new presidential transports, held up by delays, won't be ready until after his term…
