The U.S. Air Force’s top-secret B-21 Raider stealth bomber is undergoing taxi tests.
The development, first reported by The War Zone, was validated Wednesday by the Air Force.
Air Force Confirms B-21 Taxi Tests Underway
The stealth bomber's first flight, originally projected before the end of 2023, 'will be a data-driven event,' Northrop Grumman said.
Key Takeaways:
- The U.S. Air Force's top-secret B-21 Raider stealth bomber is currently undergoing ground taxi tests, a critical step confirmed by the Air Force for its flight program.
- These rigorous tests are designed to evaluate the bomber's systems, mitigate risks, and optimize its design for enhanced operational effectiveness.
- The B-21, publicly unveiled in December and having completed engine testing in September, is projected for its first flight by the end of 2023 and full operational status by the mid-2020s for long-range missions.
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