Named "Raider" after the Doolittle Raiders of World War II, the B-21 is meant to complement the Rockwell B-1 Lancer and Northrop B-2 Spirit, replace them by 2040, and possibly replace the 1950s …

That bold, innovative and courageous spirit of the Doolittle Raiders has been the inspiration behind the name of America’s next generation bomber, the B-21 Raider, in development now by the U.S. Air …

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 …

Dec 9, 2025 · The B-21 Bomber Flying High “The B-21 Raider Is on Time and on Budget. That’s a Miracle.” That was the headline of a Popular Mechanics article about the new strategic bomber, …

Apr 14, 2025 · In this post, we’ll explore everything about the B-21 Raider bomber — its speed, specifications, cockpit, first flight, production, cost, and its role in the U.S. military’s future. Whether …

The B-21 Raider is being sold as the future of American airpower, but its real meaning for U.S. strategy can be distilled into two words: “too late.” The aircraft is designed to make sure ...

Jul 16, 2025 · The B-21 Raider remains a central element of the US Air Force’s future strategic deterrent. While questions remain about the total number to be procured and the pace of production, …

4 days ago · Preparations are underway for the arrival of the B-21 Raider stealth bomber at Dyess Air Force Base.

Dec 5, 2025 · The idea that the Raider could be manned only by a single trained pilot is unprecedented. While much surrounding the US Air Force’s upcoming next-generation stealth bomber program …

Nov 12, 2023 · The Northrop Grumman B-21 "Raider" is the latest addition to the United States Air Force's attack arsenal and a successor to the B-2A "Spirit" stealth bomber of the 1990s. It represents …