美国空军说, " 洲际弹道导弹哨兵 " 计划正按计划进行2030年代初部署,用现代远程核导弹取代 " 分钟曼三世 " 。 The U.S. Air Force says the Sentinel ICBM program is on track for early 2030s deployment, replacing Minuteman III with modern, long-range nuclear missiles.

美国空军说, LGM-35A 哨兵ICBM计划有望在2026年底完成重组, 目标是在20世纪30年代初取得里程碑B的批准和初步能力。 The U.S. Air Force says the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM program is on track to complete restructuring by late 2026, aiming for Milestone B approval and initial capability in the early 2030s. 尽管过去的成本超支和延误,但由直接报告的投资组合经理领导的新简化收购方法正在加速进展. A new streamlined acquisition approach, led by a direct reporting portfolio manager, is accelerating progress despite past cost overruns and delays. 关键里程碑包括成功的马达试验、全面地面试验导弹组装以及新的筒仓和指挥中心的进展。 Key milestones include successful motor tests, a full ground test missile assembly, and progress on new silos and command centers. 哨兵将取代民兵III系统，该系统具备现代数字设计、覆盖美国中北部的新发射井，并具备携带热核弹头3500英里以上的能力。 The Sentinel will replace the Minuteman III system, featuring modern digital design, new silos across the north-central U.S., and the ability to carry thermonuclear warheads over 3,500 miles.