What is so special about the B-21 bomber?
The B-21 Raider will be a dual-capable penetrating strike stealth bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear munitions. The B-21 will form the backbone of the future Air Force bomber force consisting of B-21s and B-52s.
Today, the United States Air Force unveiled the new B-21 Raider stealth bomber. Here’s what we know so far.
How good is the B-21?
Utilizing a range of stealth technologies, the B-21 Raider will be able to complete more military missions than the standard heavy bomber, making it the Swiss-Army Knife of the bomber fleet. Similar to the B-2, the B-21 Raider will carry both conventional and nuclear ordnance in great numbers.
How many B-21 Raider bombers are there?
Six B-21 Raiders are in production; The Air Force plans to build 100 that can deploy either nuclear weapons or conventional bombs and can be used with or without a human crew.
Today, the United States Air Force unveiled the new B-21 Raider stealth bomber. Here’s what we know so far.
Will the B-21 BE Supersonic?
Although it’s expected the the B-21 will be a subsonic aircraft (as in, not capable of breaking the speed of sound), it’s long fuel range and in-flight refueling capabilities will make it capable of engaging targets the world over from any military air strip that’s long enough to support it.
How is the B-21 different from the B-2?
Compared with the B-2, the B-21 will better adapt to and incorporate different payloads and capabilities, according to Northrop Grumman officials. That means the bomber could one day carry weapons that have yet to be invented, Austin said at the ceremony.
Today, the United States Air Force unveiled the new B-21 Raider stealth bomber. Here’s what we know so far.
What is the B-21 replacing?
The B-21 is a long-range, highly survivable, penetrating strike stealth bomber that will incrementally replace the B-1 and B-2 bombers, becoming the backbone of the U.S. Air Force bomber fleet.
Is the B-21 nuclear capable?
“The B-21 is much fancier than its predecessors — truly modern. Not only is it dual-capable (unlike the B-2), which means it can launch nuclear or conventionally armed missiles, it can launch long- and short-range missiles,” Nelson added
How fast will the B-21 go?
B-21 – Official Series Designation applied in February of 2016. This entry’s maximum listed speed (621mph). Graph average of 563 miles-per-hour. Northrop Grumman B-21A operational range when compared to distances between major cities (in KM).
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