Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider
USAF’s new B-21 Raider stealth bomber soars into American skies
The USAF and Northrop Grumman marked a major key milestone in the development and testing of the B-21 Raider on November 10, when the new sixth-generation stealth bomber – which is intended to be the successor to both the B-1B Lancer and B-2A Spirit – graced American skies for the first time
USAF releases new B-21 stealth bomber images as engine tests begin
The USAF announced on September 12 that the first B-21 Raider stealth bomber prototype had commenced engine runs at Northrop Grumman’s facility in Palmdale, California, as part of its ground test programme
B-21 set to make first flight this year after ‘power on’ success
Northrop Grumman’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Dave Keffer, recently confirmed that the firm “remains on track” for completing the maiden flight of the USAF’s new sixth-generation B-21 Raider stealth bomber this year, though he cautioned that this would “depend on events and data”
Does the United States need an all-stealth air force?
Is stealth really a necessity in military aviation? Charlie Clark examines the options for air arms
What you need to know about the new B-21 Raider stealth bomber
After a relatively short seven-year development period, the USAF is poised to begin testing the first new long-range bomber developed since the Northrop Grumman B-2A entered service more than 30 years ago. Tom Kaminski reports
B-2 vs B-21: What's the difference between the USAF's old and new stealth bombers?
The USAF has officially entered the age of sixth-generation combat aircraft with the B-21 Raider. Combat Aircraft Journal reports on the rollout of America’s second stealth bomber and analyzes what we know so far about this highly classified aircraft
B-21 unveiling honours ‘Doolittle Raiders’
On December 2, Northrop Grumman, in partnership with the United States Air Force, unveiled its much anticipated sixth-generation stealth bomber – the B-21 Raider.
USAF ushers in era of the B-21 after new stealth bomber makes public debut
The USAF marked a major milestone in its history on December 2, when the air arm ushered in a new age of sixth-generation combat aircraft with the public unveiling of the B-21 Raider stealth bomber at Northrop Grumman’s production facilities in Palmdale, California
What will the USAF's bomber fleet look like after the B-21's introduction?
As the USAF announced the much anticipated date, David Axe reports on the upcoming Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider reveal.
USAF, Northrop Grumman reveal schedule for planned B-21 rollout
The USAF and Northrop Grumman revealed on September 20 that the B-21 Raider – the air arm’s next-generation stealth bomber – will be formally unveiled to the public for the first time in early December, ahead of the type’s planned first flight in 2023.