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 B-21 Raider stealth bomber has begun ground taxi tests, a critical step in its flight test program validated by the Air Force.
- These rigorous tests evaluate the bomber's systems and components to mitigate risks, optimize design, and enhance operational effectiveness.
- The B-21 Raider, unveiled in December and having commenced engine testing in September, is projected for its first flight by the end of 2023 and full operational status in the mid-2020s.
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