SNC's B-2 Adaptable Communications Suite Achieves First Flight Milestone

• Milestone SNC’s Adaptable Communications Suite (ACS 4.0) completed its first successful flight on the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, marking a major milestone in B-2 fleet modernization.
• The ACS 4.0 upgrade delivers a secure, open mission system computing environment, enabling the B-2 to operate seamlessly within the CJADC2 framework and integrate with other military systems.
• Developed in partnership with Northrop Grumman, ACS 4.0 ensures the B-2 remains a leading strategic deterrent platform, ready to meet evolving mission requirements in complex operational environments.

SPARKS, Nev. (Feb. 20, 2026) – Global aerospace and national security company, SNC, is proud to announce the successful first flight of its Adaptable Communications Suite (ACS 4.0) integrated on the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the ongoing modernization efforts of the B-2 fleet.

The enhanced ACS 4.0 upgrade, developed and integrated by SNC in partnership with Northrop Grumman, equips the B-2 with cutting-edge technology to operate efficiently within the Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) environment. The ACS provides a secure, open mission system computing environment, crucial for seamless interoperability and integration with other military systems. This ensures the B-2 remains at the forefront of strategic deterrence and operational readiness.

The B-2 ACS upgrade facilitates enhanced flexibility and seamless integration with a wide range of mission systems. This design not only supports current operational needs but also enables easy adaptation for future upgrades, ensuring the B-2 remains capable and ready to meet evolving mission requirements.

"This first flight of the B-2 with the upgraded Adaptable Communications Suite is a testament to SNC's commitment to advancing aerospace technology and supporting the U.S. Air Force's strategic objectives," said Jon Piatt, executive vice president at SNC. "Our collaboration with U.S. Air Force has been instrumental in achieving this milestone, combining our strengths to deliver a transformative upgrade for the B-2 fleet. The ACS upgrade ensures that the B-2 remains a formidable and versatile platform, capable of operating in complex and contested environments."

The successful integration and flight of ACS 4.0 on the B-2 demonstrates one of the many ways that SNC is delivering advanced defense solutions for our Nation’s military. This milestone paves the way for further enhancements and operational testing, ultimately leading to full deployment across the B-2 fleet.

SNC’s aerospace and defense technology expertise continues to drive the modernization of key military platforms, ensuring that the U.S. military maintains its technological edge in an ever-evolving global threat landscape.

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About SNC

SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for national security systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is at the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.