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Rare Overhead Look at B-21 Raider Emerges During Mid-Air Refueling

For the first time, America’s next-generation stealth bomber has been captured in a full overhead view while in flight.

B-21 Raider: Inside America’s Next-Generation Strategic Bomber

Shaped for secrecy and reach, this B-21 Raider guide explains how the next-generation bomber is designed to penetrate defenses and deliver precision strikes.

USAF B-21 Raider Spotted in Aerial Refueling Tests Ahead of 2027 Fielding

The US Air Force’s B-21 Raider was spotted refuelling mid-air for what appears to be the first time, marking a key milestone toward the first aircraft’s scheduled 2027 delivery.

Northrop, US Air Force Accelerate B‑21 Raider Production

Northrop Grumman and the US Air Force are accelerating production of the B-21 Raider.

Think Tank Calls for Major Expansion of US Air Force Fleet to Counter China

A new policy paper by the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies argues the US Air Force must expand its fleet of next‑generation aircraft.

B-1B Lancer Guide: The Evolution of a Strategic Bomber

Combining supersonic speed, variable-sweep wings, and massive payload capacity, this guide unveils how the B-1B Lancer is a key asset for both deterrence and combat missions.

Uncovering the JASSM: Stealth, Precision, and Autonomy

This guide explains JASSM, uncovering its design, stealth features, range, and role in modern air combat.

USAF Reveals Long-Range Nuclear Missile to Arm B-21 and B-52 Bombers

The US Air Force has revealed the first rendering of its AGM-181 Long-Range Standoff (LRSO) nuclear-armed cruise missile to arm the upcoming B-21 Raider and legacy B-52 Stratofortress bombers.

China Says Conducted Final Test of Secretive Hypersonic Air-to-Air Missile

China has reportedly completed the final test of its highly classified hypersonic air-to-air missile, which is said to pose an unprecedented threat to America’s B-21 stealth bomber.

B-1 Bombers Temporarily Relocate From South to North Dakota for B-21 Runway Upgrades

The US Air Force has approved the temporary transfer of 17 B-1 Lancer supersonic heavy bombers from South to North Dakota in support of renovations for the incoming B-21 Raider aircraft.

Conti Federal to Construct B-21 Fuel Cell Hangar at Ellsworth AFB

The US Air Force has awarded Conti Federal a $31.7-million deal to establish a B-21 Raider stealth bomber fuel cell hangar at Ellsworth AFB.

Northrop Stepping Up B-21 Stealth Bomber Testing, Production

Northrop Grumman has announced a significant stride in the flight-testing and production of the US Air Force’s futuristic B-21 Raider.

US Air Force Reveals Second, Third B-21 Raider Bases

The US Air Force has approved Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri and Dyess Air Force Base in Texas as its second and third bases for B-21 Raiders.

Conti Federal to Build US Air Force B-21 Maintenance Hangar in South Dakota

Conti Federal has received a $135.5-million contract to build a B-21 Phase Maintenance Hangar for the US Air Force in South Dakota.

Northrop Achieves New Milestone for Futuristic B-21 Stealth Bomber

Northrop Grumman has conducted another flight test of the US Air Force’s futuristic B-21 Raider, achieving another milestone for the stealth bomber aircraft. 

US Air Force’s Futuristic B-21 Raider Enters Low-Rate Production

The US Air Force’s highly-classified B-21 Raider program has now been cleared for low-rate initial production.

China Claims It Can Shoot Down America’s New B-21 Stealth Bomber

China has claimed that it can shoot down America’s new B-21 Raider bomber using artificial intelligence-enabled hypersonic weapons.

US Air Force’s B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber Completes Maiden Flight

The US Air Force has announced that its B-21 Raider stealth bomber completed its inaugural flight on November 10.

HII to Provide Professional Services for US Air Force Bombers Directorate

Huntington Ingalls Industries subsidiary Mission Technologies has received a recompete task order to support the US Air Force bomber fleet.

Conti Federal to Build B-21 Radio Frequency Hangar at Ellsworth Air Force Base

The US Army has awarded Conti Federal a contract to construct a new B-21 Radio Frequency Facility at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota.

Australia Urged to Invest $25B in B-21 Stealth Bombers to Deter China

Defense analysts in Australia are urging the government to allocate funding to buy advanced B-21 stealth bombers from the US.

US Unveils High-Tech B-21 Stealth Bomber

The United States unveiled the B-21 Raider, a high-tech stealth bomber that can carry nuclear and conventional weapons.

US Air Force to Unveil Highly-Classified B-21 Bomber in December

The US Air Force has announced that it plans to unveil its highly-classified B-21 bomber aircraft in the first week of December.

US Considering Supply of B-21 Bombers to Australia

A senior US official has revealed that Washington would consider providing Australia with high-performance B-21 bomber aircraft.