United States B-21 Fleet Update

United States - United States Air Force

Date Sept. 12, 2025
Country 🇺🇸 United States
Force United States Air Force
Aircraft B-21 (B-21 Raider)
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Description

The U.S. Air Force has received its second B-21 Raider test aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base, marking a critical expansion of the platform's flight test campaign. This second airframe allows the program to transition from initial flight checks to advanced weapons and mission systems evaluation. The B-21 is a next-generation, long-range strategic stealth bomber designed for intercontinental missions with conventional and thermonuclear payloads. Intended to replace the B-52 and B-1 Lancer, the Air Force plans to procure approximately 100 units. Infrastructure development is also beginning at Ellsworth, Whiteman, and Dyess Air Force Bases to support the eventual operational fleet.

Source

Photo of B-21 Raider
Profile drawing of Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider