"Exclusive: Unveiling the B-21 Raider's Cutting-Edge Stealth Technology"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Air & Space Forces Magazine
The Air Force Chief of Staff and Northrop Grumman have released new images of the B-21 Raider, a secretive stealth bomber. The images reveal features such as an air data probe, narrow air intakes, simpler landing gear doors, and flight control surfaces. The aircraft is progressing in ground testing, with engine runs underway. The B-21 Raider is designed with an open systems architecture and is expected to replace the B-1 and B-2 bombers. Its first flight is anticipated to occur in 2023.