Five B-21 Raider Stealth Bombers Are Now In Final Assembly
The fact that three more B-21s are now being assembled is a major indication of how fast the high-stakes bomber program is progressing.
The fact that three more B-21s are now being assembled is a major indication of how fast the high-stakes bomber program is progressing.
The SpaceX and Tesla founder discussed the future of air combat at the Air Force Association’s annual symposium. Musk pulled no punches in his remarks, which are bound to raise the eyebrows of Air Force and defense industry officials.
The jet’s name, the T-7 “Red Hawk,” pays homage to the Tuskegee Airmen who fought against the Nazis and the racial biases that plagued the U.S. Army Air Force during WWII.
The USAF needs to increase capacity in certain areas, but it stands to face extreme personnel and budget hurdles realizing such a large change.
It’s not Kim Jong Un or Vladimir Putin.
Vendors brought models, mock ups, and samples of aircraft, weapons, and more.
After more than quarter century at war, the service celebrates its 70th birthday seeking to rebuild and evolve.
Northrop Grumman’s B-21’s name is unveiled by Secretary of Air Force Deborah James.