I'm not sure Congressman Neugebauer realizes it but he has actually hindered the B-1 bomber fleet with this amendment. Without the funds gained by retiring the 6 aircraft, USAF cannot pay for sustainment of the fleet.
Maj. General John Hesterman recently addressed this: "These modifications are essential to correct safety-of-flight discrepancies and without which the B-1 fleet system will begin to experience grounding issues which will severely undermine its deterrence and power projection..."
I'm not sure Congressman Neugebauer realizes it but he has actually hindered the B-1 bomber fleet with this amendment. Without the funds gained by retiring the 6 aircraft, USAF cannot pay for sustainment of the fleet.
Maj. General John Hesterman recently addressed this: "These modifications are essential to correct safety-of-flight discrepancies and without which the B-1 fleet system will begin to experience grounding issues which will severely undermine its deterrence and power projection..."
kevincw01 3 months ago