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B-21 Raider is more than stealth, it’s a flying battle manager

The B-21 Raider, a stealth bomber developed by Northrop Grumman Corp under the leadership of CEO Kathy Warden, is more than just a bomber—it’s a flying battle manager. Unveiled by the Pentagon in 2022 ...
Jalopnik

Why The B-52 Bomber Uses Eight Engines Instead Of Four

The B-52 Stratofortress carries eight engines for one simple reason: the technology of the 1940s, when it was designed, wasn't capable of powering it with anything less. Engineers didn't have much ...
The Aviationist

What It Takes to Keep a 70-Year-Old B-52 Flying: Exclusive Look Inside the Accelerated Inspection at Edwards AFB

Inside the rapid B-52 X-Ray inspection that saved 17 days and boosted confidence in the 70-year-old bomber. In late June 2025, the U.S. Air Force’s 412th Test Wing shared that its Non-Destructive ...
SlashGear

Why The B-2 Bomber Couldn't Fly In The Rain Initially (And When It Was Fixed)

The B-2 Spirit "flying wing" bomber is a testament to modern technology. Its classified stealth technologies include exotic composite materials covered with a top-secret coating, which allows it to ...