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E-11A
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Budget figures
FY2026 award data is a partial year — USAspending reports awards on a rolling basis, and this corpus runs through 2026-09-04. why partial FY2026 data? →
Budget trajectory
| Fiscal year | Amount |
|---|---|
| FY24 | $23.0M |
| FY25 | $31.0M |
| FY26 | $15.2M |
All series figures: R-1 TOA · PB2026
Decade view
P-1/R-1 workbook TOA basis, shown compact in $B/$M (the workbook records USD thousands); each figure cites its own President's Budget edition
The vertical scale does not start at zero: the baseline sits just below this program’s smallest year, so a low point on this line is not a small amount. Read the shape for direction and the grid below for the figures.
● actuals (line) · ○ enacted · ◇ request — gaps are editions the program is absent from, never interpolated.
| Series | FY22 | FY23 | FY24 | FY25 | FY26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Actuals | $0 | – | $23.0M | ||
| Enacted | – | $0 | $64.9M | $31.0M | |
| Request | – | – | $64.9M | $64.1M | $15.2M |
blank = series not published for this year; – = absent from that edition.
Asked vs spent: the PB2024 book requested $64.9M for FY2024; the PB2026 book reported $23.0M as actual total obligation authority — $41.8M below the request. 23.044 − 64.888 = -41.844 USD millions — the compact figures above are rounded for reading.
Program lineage
No predecessor/successor lineage was recorded for this program element — no FY-to-FY transfer into or out of this line was stated in the ingested J-books, and none was inferred from the program structure.
Description
Mission — E-11A
Budget Program Activity Code (BPAC) 671201 is primarily focused on Operational Systems Development for the E-11A Battlefield Airborne Communication Node (BACN) platform, and BPAC 675383 is primarily focused on BACN payload weapon system components. BACN enables tactical edge and Joint and Coalition information interoperability via air, space, and surface systems, to include a Backbone Network for high-capacity data transfer. As requirements emerge, BACN will integrate new hardware and software capabilities that improve system performance, interoperability, availability, prototyping of activities in line with department approach of system development upgrades to support current/future Open Mission System "OMS" technologies. Efforts may include onboard enhancements such as datalink receiving capability in platform cockpit to include but not limited to Link-16, as well as analysis and developmental efforts to explore feasibility of onboard operators to support onboard payload control capabilities. Efforts include, but are not limited to, expansion of external time reference capabilities, development/integration of additional communications systems/subsystems and components; Ka-Band Satellite Communications (Ka-SATCOM), Integrated Broadcast System (IBS), Protected Tactical Satellite Communications (PTS), enhancements to Military Global Positioning System (MilGPS), integration of advanced antennas and waveforms, development efforts enabling integration of Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS)/ Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) capabilities, enhancements to ground support capabilities. Additionally, safety of flight considerations, to include weapon system performance, aircraft structural integrity, availability, continuity of service requirements will be addressed, aircraft avionics upgrades, as well as early system engineering assessments and risk reduction activities associated with weapon system "payload” & "platform” survivability in non-contested through contested environments. Efforts include, if needed, long lead items required for successful integration of subsystems (Ka-Band SATCOM, IBS, PTS, Mil-GPS), required non-recurring engineering and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources "DMS" issues, the development of simulators/trainers, development of training materials, the development of future waveforms that are backwards compatible with existing communications, and technical publications as well as the assimilation of any mandates levied on the BACN weapon system. Execute risk reduction activities for development of future capabilities on BACN payload/aircraft efforts. This includes future development and/or modification initiatives for payload form factor updates, integration efforts with other aerial gateway systems such as Roll on Beyond Line of Sight Enhancement (ROBE), as well as analysis and redesign efforts for improved data/voice range extension and translation. *This program element 0207238F is a continuation of legacy program element 0207610F. This program element may include necessary civilian pay expenses required to manage, execute, and deliver weapon system capability. The use of such program funds would be in addition to the civilian pay expenses budgeted in program element 0605829F, 0605831F, 0605833F, or 0605898F. In FY 2024 0.671M was expended for civilian pay expenses in this program element, and in FY 2025 0.949M is forecast for civilian pay expenses in this program element. The FY 2026 request was reduced by $0 for Advisory and Assistance Services to promote efficiencies and advance the policies of the Administration in alignment with Executive Order 14222, "Implementing the President's Department of Government Efficiency Cost Efficiency Initiative.” This program is in Budget Activity 7, Operational System Development because this budget activity includes development efforts to upgrade systems that have been fielded or have received approval for full rate production and anticipate production funding in the current or subsequent fiscal year.
Mission — E-11 Development
Budget Program Activity Code (BPAC) 671201 is primarily focused Operational Systems Development for the E-11 BACN platform. Battlefield Airborne Communication Node (BACN) enables tactical edge Joint and Coalition information interoperability via air, space, and surface systems, to include a network for high-capacity data transfer. As requirements emerge, BACN will integrate new hardware and software capabilities that improve system performance, interoperability, availability, prototyping of activities in line with department approach of system development upgrades to support current/future Open Mission System (OMS) technologies. Efforts may include onboard enhancements such as datalink receiving capability in platform cockpit to include but not limited to Link-16, as well as analysis and developmental efforts to explore feasibility of onboard operators to support onboard payload control capabilities. Efforts include, but are not limited to, expansion of external time reference capabilities, development/integration of additional communications systems/subsystems and components such as Military Global Positioning System (MilGPS), M-code or future software and integration of advanced antennas and waveforms, development efforts enabling integration of ABMS/JADC2 capabilities, enhancements to ground support capabilities. Additionally, safety of flight considerations, to include weapon system performance, aircraft structural integrity, availability, continuity of service requirements will be addressed, as well as aircraft avionics upgrades, early system engineering assessments and risk reduction activities associated with weapon system "payload” and "platform” survivability in non-contested through contested environments. Efforts include required non-recurring engineering and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMS) issues, the development of simulators/trainers, development of training materials, the development of future waveforms that are backward compatible with existing communications, and technical publications as well as the assimilation of any mandates levied on the BACN weapon system. Execute risk reduction activities for development of future capabilities on BACN payload/aircraft efforts. This program element may include necessary civilian pay expenses required to manage, execute, and deliver weapon system capability. The use of such program funds would be in addition to the civilian pay expenses budgeted in program element 0605829F, 0605831F, 0605833F, or 0605898F. In FY 2024 $0.671M was expended for civilian pay expenses in this program element, and in FY 2025 $0.949M is forecast for civilian pay expenses in this program element. This program is in Budget Activity 7, Operational System Development because this budget activity includes development efforts to upgrade systems that have been fielded or have received approval for full rate production and anticipate production funding in the current or subsequent fiscal year.
Mission — BATTLEFIELD AIRBORNE COMM NODE (BACN)
Budget Program Activity Code (BPAC) 675383 is primarily focused on BACN payload weapon system components. Battlefield Airborne Communication Node (BACN) enables tactical edge Joint and Coalition information interoperability via air, space, and surface systems, to include a network for high-capacity data transfer. As requirements emerge, BACN and ROBE systems will integrate new hardware and software capabilities that improve system performance, interoperability, availability, prototyping of activities in line with department approach of system development upgrades to support current/future Open Mission System (OMS) technologies. Efforts may include onboard enhancements such as datalink receiving capability in platform cockpit to include but not limited to Link-16, as well as analysis and developmental efforts to explore feasibility of onboard operators to support onboard payload control capabilities. Efforts include, but are not limited to, expansion of external time reference capabilities, development/integration of additional communications systems/subsystems and components such as Ka-Band Satellite Communications (Ka-SATCOM), Integrated Broadcast System (IBS)The BACN payload will integrate higher capacity/low latency payload control links that possess advanced capabilities, including improved frequency hopping, anti-jamming techniques to ensure reliable and secure communication. Integration of advanced antennas and waveforms, development efforts enabling integration of ABMS/ JADC2 capabilities, enhancements to ground support capabilities. Additionally, safety of flight considerations, to include weapon system performance, aircraft structural integrity, availability, continuity of service requirements will be addressed, aircraft avionics upgrades, as well as early system engineering assessments and risk reduction activities associated with weapon system payload & platform survivability in non-contested through contested environments. Efforts include required non-recurring engineering and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMS) issues, the development of simulators/trainers, development of training materials, the development of future waveforms that are backwards compatible with existing communications, and technical publications as well as the assimilation of any mandates levied on the BACN weapon system. Execute risk reduction activities for development of future capabilities on BACN payload/aircraft efforts. This program element may include necessary civilian pay expenses required to manage, execute, and deliver weapon system capability. The use of such program funds would be in addition to the civilian pay expenses budgeted in program element 0605829F, 0605831F, 0605833F, or 0605898F. In FY 2024 $0.671M was expended for civilian pay expenses in this program element, and in FY 2025 $0.949M is forecast for civilian pay expenses in this program element. This program is in Budget Activity 7, Operational System Development because this budget activity includes development efforts to upgrade systems that have been fielded or have received approval for full rate production and anticipate production funding in the current or subsequent fiscal year.
Justification
Accomplishments & Planned Programs (2)
M-Code Military Global Positioning System (MilGPS)
Effort enhances MilGPS, including development and integration of emerging GPS and/or PNT technologies such as M-Code, testing, & complete certification. Funds engineering and integration of M-Code GPS capabilities within the E-11 aircraft avionics suite. All E-11s existing and procured are required to have M-Code GPS and this effort will provide enhanced military grade GPS capabilities to the full BACN fleet. Substantial analysis, design, systems engineering, and developmental activities are required to integrate capabilities onboard existing E-11s as the aircraft are civil derivative aircraft.
BACN Software Upgrades
BACN has a continuous need for software upgrades. Effort enhances information processing and communications capabilities including but not limited to development and integration of Ka-band Satellite Communications (Ka SATCOM) and Multi-User Objective System (MUOS). Funds for design, development, integration, testing and certification of modifications are required to incorporate these capabilities as well as meet cybersecurity certification requirements and resolve risk and identified software deficiencies across the BACN payload and ground support systems. These efforts are required to support emerging communications requirements in complex and secure military environments. This thrust is a roll-up of all software efforts. The major software effort service pack upgrade 3.3.3 completes in FY 2025. In FY 2026, efforts will continue with systems engineering, design, development, and integration to support incorporation of Airborne Executive Processor (AEP) enhancements and other advanced communications waveforms & radio interfaces.
Budget line items(workbook-cited)
P-1/R-1 workbook Total Obligation Authority basis (USD thousands) · PB2026.
Exhibit R-1
| Account | Org | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Air Force | F | FY24 Actuals | $23.0M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Air Force | F | FY25 Enacted | $31.0M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Air Force | F | FY25 Total | $31.0M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Air Force | F | FY26 Disc. Request | $15.2M |
| Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Air Force | F | FY26 Total | $15.2M |
Budget Details(R-2/P-40 facts)
J-book detail basis (R-2/P-40, USD millions) · PB2026 — a different accounting basis from the P-1/R-1 workbook TOA above; where the two disagree, the reconciliation strip under Budget figures shows both.
Wider than this screen — swipe the table sideways for the remaining fiscal-year columns.
| Project | All Prior Years | FY24 Actuals | FY25 Total | FY26 Base | FY26 Request |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Element | $0 | $23.0M | $31.0M | $15.2M | $15.2M |
| 671201: E-11 Development | $0 | $16.8M | $20.0M | $10.3M | $10.3M |
| 675383: BATTLEFIELD AIRBORNE COMM NODE (BACN) | $0 | $6.21M | $11.0M | $4.91M | $4.91M |
Follow the dollar
Appropriation → program element → top high-confidence awards → recipient families → congressional districts.
Follow-the-dollar covers 312 of 1,938 programs — only high-confidence budget→award links are shown. why coverage is partial? →
The diagram illustrates the cited table below — amounts shown in the diagram are transaction sums per award (no citation chips); the per-district obligations in the table cite USAspending queries.
| District | Program obligations |
|---|---|
| VA-11 | $32.0M |
Related awards
Award linkage is shown for 32 of 200 profiled companies — high- and medium-confidence USAspending matches, each row labeled; medium is the weaker evidence. why partial award coverage? →
| Recipient | PIID | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | FA872617C0004 | high |
| NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | FA872621D0001 | high |
Contractor concentration
No concentration index is published for this line. This line's high-confidence links do not clear the floor for a published concentration index — at least 3 awards across 2 contractor families holding positive obligations, with positive net linked dollars. An index below that floor is a fact about the sample, not about the market. Whatever further links this line carries are medium-confidence, and what each medium evidence path does and does not establish is set out in the methodology. Both bases are in the downloadable warehouse.
Lobbying mentions
No Senate LDA lobbying filing in the tracked data mentions this program element by code or alias.
Oversight
Department-level designation (not specific to this program)
GAO lists 5 high-risk areas for DOD as a whole. That designation covers the department, not E-11A. No program-specific GAO finding for this line is in the ingested data. See the DOD oversight record.
Program dossier
No research dossier for this program — dossiers cover 50 of 1,938 programs, the largest fully J-book-detailed lines by FY2026 requested dollars. why no dossier here? →
Primary sources
Open any budget figure for its exact receipt. Verified line items lead with the highlighted government PDF; original spreadsheets download with their budget edition and exhibit in the filename.
Budget totals · TOA sources
FY2026 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J685
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2026_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2024 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · J646
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2024_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
FY2025 Department of Defense Budget: RDT&E Programs (R-1) · comptroller.war.gov
Exhibit R-1 · K666
Complete workbook · unchanged saved copy. Saves as PB2025_DoD_R-1_Research-Development-Test-Evaluation.xlsx.
Detailed budget justification
The related TOA spreadsheets above use a different accounting basis from R-2/P-40 detail. Their amounts are not assumed to match these detailed sources.
FY2026 Air Force Research and Development Test and Evaluation, Vol. I · www.saffm.hq.af.mil
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