StratCom chief details numbers for next bomber fleet

U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM) will need at least 96 new bombers that are capable of launching nuclear weapons, although Air Force requirements for conventional bombing may drive that number even higher, STRATCOM’s chief says. For the 2018 bomber requirement, “What I [need as] STRATCOM commander...
Michael Bruno

Based in Washington, Michael Bruno is Aviation Week Network’s Executive Editor for Business. He oversees coverage of aviation, aerospace and defense businesses, supply chains and related issues.

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