B-21 Raider: Air Force's New Stealth Bomber Takes Historic First Flight

The B-21 Raider, the Air Force's new nuclear stealth bomber, successfully completed its first test flight in Palmdale, California. The futuristic warplane, which will incorporate advanced materials, propulsion, and stealth technology, is planned to be produced in variants with and without pilots. The Air Force aims to build 100 of these warplanes to enhance the nation's long-range, penetrating strike capabilities. The program's details are classified to prevent China from gaining access to the technology. The B-21 Raider is part of the Pentagon's efforts to modernize its nuclear triad and meet China's military modernization.