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Appropriations Language Directs USAF To Consider Ramping Up Hardened Shelters For Aircraft

Appropriations Language Directs USAF To Consider Ramping Up Hardened Shelters For Aircraft
Pictured are personnel from the 412th Test Wing's 912th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at Edwards AFB, Calif. after the arrival of the second B-21 Raider on Sept. 11th for test and evaluation at the base (U.S. Air Force Photo)

Legislators want the U.S. Air Force to consider ramping up the build of hardened shelters, according to an explanatory statement of a deal to fund the government through Jan. 30, 2026--a three-bill spending package, which includes the fiscal year 2026 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies appropriations. "The [House and Senate Appropriations] Committees recognize the importance of shelters that protect aircraft from foreign threats and extreme weather but are concerned about the suitability of open sided shelters for platforms…

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