The North American Rockwell B-1B Lancer Bomber

NORTH AMERICAN/ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL B-1B LANCER BOMBER The B-1B is a long-range strategic bomber, capable of flying intercontinental missions without refueling, then penetrating present and future sophisticated enemy defenses. It can perform a variety of missions, including that of a conventional weapons carrier for theater operations. The B-1B's electronic jamming equipment, infra-red countermeasures, radar location and warning systems complement its low-radar cross-section and form an integrated defense system for the aircraft. The swing-wing design and turbofan engines not only provide greater range and high speed at low levels but they also enhance the bomber's survivability. Wing sweep at the full-forward position allows a short takeoff roll and a fast base-escape profile for airfields under attack. Once airborne, the wings are positioned for maximum cruise distance or high-speed penetration. The B-1B uses radar and inertial navigation equipment enabling aircrews to globally navigate, update mission profiles and target coordinates in-flight, and precision bomb without the need for ground-based navigation aids. Included in the B-1B offensive avionics are modular electronics that allow maintenance personnel to precisely identify technical difficulties and replace avionics components in a fast, efficient manner on the ground. The aircraft's AN/ALQ 161A defensive avionics is a comprehensive electronic counter-measures package that detects and counters enemy radar threats. It also has the capability to detect and counter missiles attacking from the rear. It defends the aircraft by applying the appropriate counter-measures, such as electronic jamming or dispensing expendable chaff and flares. Similar to the offensive avionics, the defensive suite has a re-programmable design that allows in-flight changes to be made to counter new or changing threats. Numerous sustainment and upgrade modifications are ongoing or under study for the B-1B aircraft. Large portions of these modifications that are designed to increase the combat capability are known as the conventional mission upgrade program. This three-phase program will increase the lethality, survivability and supportability of the B-1B fleet. Phase I of the program added the capability to release cluster bomb unit weapons. Phases II and III will further upgrade the B-1B capability, to include the ability to deliver joint direct attack munitions and standoff weapons, and greatly improve its electronic counter-measures capability. The first B-1B was delivered to the Air Force at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, in June 1985, with initial operational capability on 1 October 1986. The final B-1B was delivered 2 May 1988. The B-1B holds several world records for speed, payload and distance. The National Aeronautic Association recognized the B-1B for completing one of the 10 most memorable record flights for 1994. Description Manufacturer: North American Aircraft/Rockwell International Designation: B-1B Lancer Type: Long-range, multi-role, heavy bomber Specifications Length: 146' 44.5 M Height: 34' 10.4 M Wingspan: 137' (41.8 M) extended forward 79' (24.1 M) swept aft Empty Weight: 190000 lbs 86183 Kg Take-off Weight (maximum): 477000 lbs 216634 Kg Propulsion No. of Engines: 4 Powerplant: General Electric F-101-GE-102 turbofan engine with afterburner Thrust: 30000 pounds each engine with afterburner Performance Range: Inter-continental Unrefuelled Max Speed: 900 mph Mach 1.2 at sea level Ceiling: More than 30000 Ft 91444 M Armanents Up to 84 Mark 82 conventional 500-pound bombs and 30 CBU-87/89/97. Also can be reconfigured to carry a wide range of nuclear weapons Source information was used with permission from the Department Of The Air Force

i really love this bird its speed its great its weapon storage is great and it looks good

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Not even a second line to bring back a two post thread from 2004? Just a link with no context.

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