The Air Force’s next generation of stealth bomber is closer to becoming reality, with several copies of the B-21 Raider already in production, Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall revealed Monday.
Stealth No More: B-21 Production Underway, AF Secretary Confirms
Key Takeaways:
- The Air Force's next-generation B-21 Raider stealth bomber is already in production, with five test aircraft currently being manufactured.
- The B-21 is designed for long-range conventional and nuclear missions, and will form the backbone of the future bomber fleet, replacing aging B-1 Lancer and B-2 Spirit aircraft.
- This accelerated production is a top priority for the Air Force, driven partly by concerns over China's rapid military modernization programs.
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