US proceeds with Small Diameter Bomb

Article Abstract:

Boeing Phantom Works and Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control have been chosen by the US Air Force to competitively develop the Small Diameter Bomb. The program is aimed to allow a variety of aircraft to drop a lighter class of bombs using smart-weapon technology.

New orders received, United States. Air Force, Boeing Co., BA, Lockheed Martin Corp., LMT, Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Div., Small Diameter Bomb (Weapons system)

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Kosovo spurs precision bomb programs

Article Abstract:

Operation Allied Force experiences in Kosovo are leading to increased acquisitions by US and European forces of precision-guided munitions, particularly those combining inertial navigation systems with Global Positioning System receivers.

Government expenditures

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Kosovo spurs precision bomb programs

Article Abstract:

US and European armed forces intend to acquire more precision-guded bombs after their involvement in Kosovo during Operation Allied Force. The article details efforts to upgrade free-fall bombs into precision guided weapons.

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