The chief of Air Force Global Strike Command reaffirmed the service's commitment to the Long-Range Standoff Weapon after announcing plans to begin production of the Air-Launched Cruise Missile replacement in 2026 and reach initial operational capability by 2030. Gen. Robin Rand announced the weapon's time line during a Feb. 9 Senate Armed Services strategic forces subcommittee hearing. The IOC and production dates had not been previously available publicly, including in fiscal year 2017 budget justification documents. The Air Force maintains...
