1 source · first reported 1h ago
The US Air Force's B-21 Raider program is ahead of schedule, with the first operational delivery expected in 2027. Northrop Grumman is expanding its industrial base to support higher production rates.
The B-21 program is a key part of the US Air Force's modernization efforts, and accelerating production could enhance the service's stealth bomber capabilities. This development has significant implications for the US military's ability to project power and conduct operations in contested environments.
How this story unfolded across sources, oldest first.