US Air Force Reveals First Official In-Flight Photos of B-21 Raider
The B-21 Raider, set to replace aging bombers, is undergoing successful flight tests at Edwards Air Force Base.
Overview
- The B-21 Raider is the first new American bomber aircraft in over 30 years.
- It is designed to carry both nuclear and conventional payloads with advanced stealth capabilities.
- The aircraft is expected to enter service by the middle of the decade, with a goal of producing at least 100 units.
- The B-21 will form the backbone of the US Air Force's future bomber fleet.
- Photos show the B-21 in flight, on the ground, and during landing operations.