Originally conceived as a supersonic long-range strategic nuclear heavy bomber, the B-1 has evolved into a very effective multi-role conventional warplane. A product of the Cold War, the North ...

-With its nuclear mission deactivated in 1994, the "Bone" was converted to carry conventional munitions and quickly proved its effectiveness. -It became a workhorse in conflicts from Operation Desert ...

Even as the B-1B Lancer is on track to be retired in the mid-2030s to make way for the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider, the Air Force has continued to enhance its capabilities. This week, aerospace giant ...

While on the return flight to the United States, the trio of B-1Bs also took part in a hot pit refueling at Lajes Field, Azores. Last week, a United States Air Force Rockwell B-1B Lancer long-range ...