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B-21 Raider undergoes intensive trials, set to replace B-2 Spirit
The new low-cost, next-gen stealth bomber strengthens flight testing and strategic deterrence as the US Air Force prepares for a fleet of over 100 B-21s
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 "The United States Air Force's B-21 \"Raider\", the long-range stealth bomber that can be armed with nuclear weapons, rolls onto the runway at Northrop Grumman's site at Air Force Plant 42, during its first flight on November 10, 2023 (Photo: Reuters)")
The United States Air Force's B-21 "Raider", the long-range stealth bomber that can be armed with nuclear weapons, rolls onto the runway at Northrop Grumman's site at Air Force Plant 42, during its first flight on November 10, 2023 (Photo: Reuters)
The United States Air Force has confirmed the arrival of its second B-21 Raider test aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base, California, marking a significant step forward in the development of Pentagon's next-generation (Next-Gen) low-cost stealth bomber. According to the Department of the Air Force, B-21 Raider, a stealth and strategic bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear payloads, was developed in collaboration with Northrop Grumman under the direction of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office. “With the arrival of the second B-21 Raider, our flight test campaign gains substantial momentum,” said secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink in
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Martand Mishra
Martand Mishra has started his reporting career with defence coverage. He is a graduate of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. He enjoys reading books on defence, history and biographies.
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First Published: Sep 15 2025 | 5:53 PM IST
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