F/A-22 Shows its
Weapons Bay
Weapons Bay
As part of the F-22 Raptor‘s transformation to a more multi-role F/A-22, McDonnell Douglas Corp. of Saint Louis, MO is being awarded a $6.8 million cost-plus fixed-fee contract modification. This contract is for F/A-22 Spiral 3A Phase A+ design, testing, integration and support for the 250 lb. Small Diameter Bomb, which can be carried in the F/A-22’s missile bays. This work will be complete by March 2006. The Air Armament Center at Eglin Air Force Base, FL issued the contract (FA8682-04-C-0019, P00050).