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B-21 Hangar Construction Begins

1 source · first reported 1h ago

via Defence Blog

The US Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $74.8 million contract to build a new hangar for the B-21 Raider stealth bomber at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri. The facility will support one B-21 aircraft and include workshops, storage, and offices. The project is part of the base's infrastructure development for the new bomber.

Why it matters

The construction of the new hangar is significant for the B-21 program, as it will provide necessary infrastructure for the stealth bomber's operations and maintenance. This development highlights the ongoing modernization efforts of the US Air Force.

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