Installations responsible for the initial beddown of the B-21 will face immense cultural challenges in the transition from a purely conventional outlook to one that embraces the unnegotiable tenets of nuclear surety, in conjunction with conventional taskings. The requisite expertise does not currently exist organically in the affected wings, particularly in areas of training, education, personnel, and most importantly, leadership. AFGSC and the nuclear enterprise writ large much reframe their approach to addressing these shortcomings in a comprehensive, deliberate manner to ensure a robust cultural foundation of nuclear surety to guarantee the continued credibility of sixth-generation nuclear weapons systems like the B-21.
- Nelson, Col. Jared C., "A Leadership Defibrillator: Restarting the Heart of ICBM Squadrons," AWC Strategic Studies paper, 2019, 28 pgs.
- Sheets, Col. John, "Culture of Engagement," AWC Strategic Studies paper, 2018, 37 pgs.