Radar Bomb Scoring

Radar Bomb Scoring (RBS) was a specialized United States Air Force unit established during World War II to evaluate bomber crew accuracy and readiness. Utilizing ground-based radar systems, RBS sites tracked practice bombing runs, scoring crews on their simulated attacks without the need for live ordnance. The unit played a crucial role during the Cold War, as Strategic Air Command bombers regularly participated in RBS exercises to maintain nuclear deterrence capabilities and sharpen precision. RBS sites were located across the United States and even overseas, contributing significantly to the improvement of U.S. bomber effectiveness until technological advancements rendered the practice obsolete in the 1990s.