Air Force FB-22 Bomber Concept

RS21848 -- Air Force FB-22 Bomber Concept

June 5, 2006

Summary

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