By Kris Osborn
Current operational testing of the F-22 is focused upon a 3.2B software upgrade for the fighter, allowing it to quickly integrate weapons upgrades, Air Force officials said.
"The F-22 Increment 3.2B program is a hardware and software upgrade to enhance the lethality of the F-22 through the employment of the AIM-120D and AIM-9X missiles. Recent testing enabled the program to complete developmental flight test and enable its entry into the Initial Operational Testing and Evaluation (IOT&E) phase of the program. During this phase, tests are conducted on production representative aircraft to determine whether the upgrade is operationally effective and suitable for intended use by pilots and maintenance personnel.
https://scout.com/military/warrior/Article/New-F-22-AIM-120D-AIM-9x-Weapons-Enter-Next-Phase-109530753
