BLUF

This article examines the US Air Force's B-21 Raider, which is advancing well in its flight testing phase. The aircraft is designed to replace the B-2 Spirit and B-1 Lancer.

Summary

  1. Combines long-range strike capabilities with modern stealth technology.
  2. Capable of carrying a 20,000-pound payload.
  3. Air Force planning to procure more than a hundred B-21’s.
  4. Scheduled to join the fleet in the late 2020s or early 2030s.
READ: B-21 Raider Testing: Is the Air Force's New Bomber Ready for Combat?

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