Number: RS21848 Title: Air Force FB-22 Bomber Concept Authors: Christopher Bolkcom, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: The Air Force has expressed interest in developing a bomber variant of the F-22A Raptor to "bridge the gap" between today's bombers and a follow-on bomber in 2037. Questions exist regarding the FB-22's feasability, cost, and combat potential. Pages: 6 Date: June 5, 2006