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Review unclassified and classified documents from the AS 2030 ECCT and other sources to
understand the PCA role; identify and prioritize the key operational characteristics that
enhance the mission effectiveness of a PCA capability in 2030 A2/AD environments.
Examine attributes of likely adversary A2/AD environments in the 2030 time frame that
would challenge the effectiveness of a PCA capability for supporting air superiority.
Identify technologies that can enhance attributes of PCA effectiveness, such as speed, range,
maneuverability, signature, sensors, countermeasures, weapons type and number; determine
current technology readiness and the timelines and investments needed to reach maturity.
Review and assess the key technologies that can support manufacturability, affordability,
and supportability of a 2030 PCA capability; assess manufacturing readiness and integration
readiness of systems and components needed to enable and sustain such a PCA capability.
Provide a technology roadmap outlining essential technologies and maturation timelines to
support development and fielding of an initial 2030 PCA capability, taking into account
corresponding technology freeze dates.
Recommend key areas for science and technology investments to advance technology,
manufacturing, and integration readiness that can support future block upgrades.
Study Products
Briefing to SAF/OS and AF/CC in July 2017. Publish report in December 2017.