Ian B MacLure wrote:
Why another version? It would simply be a Block X update to
whatever was fielded. What after all is the difference between
nuclear and non-nuclear capable aircraft? Basically some form
of safety gear related to weapon fusing.

- Installation of the PAL hardware, which (probably) means changing
out the connectors at the bomb rack, installation of cabling, and
installation of the cockpit panel.

- Possible modifications to the mechanical systems of the bomb racks.

- Probable modifications to the aircraft flight control and weapons
delivery software.

- Development, testing, and implementation of delivery techniques.

- Updating the maintenance, operations, and familiarization manuals.

- Training the pilots and ground crews on all of the above.

Etc... Etc...

No showstoppers certainly, but not trivial or simple - and a lot more
than just 'some safety gear and wiring'.

D.
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