The B-21 Raider is the first new American bomber aircraft in more than 30 years, and almost every aspect of the program is classified.
The B-21 Raider took its first test flight on Friday, moving the futuristic warplane closer to becoming the nation's next nuclear weapons stealth bomber.The Raider flew in Palmdale, California, where it has been under testing and development by Northrop Grumman.
advanced weapons systems like the F-35 joint strike fighter.At the bomber's unveiling in December, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the range of the B-21 is unmatched by any other bomber. 'It won't need to be based in-theater, it won't need logistical support to hold any target at risk,' the secretary said. Austin said it will be difficult for adversaries to detect the stealth aircraft.
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