Amid the growing tensions in the Middle East, the United States returned to use bomber B-2 Spirit in strategic attacks against Iranian nuclear facilities.
Cold war icon and symbol of American stealth technology since the 1990s, B-2 still demonstrates its effectiveness in real missions. However, the pentagon already works to replace the model with an even more advanced aircraft: the B-21 Raider.
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Expected to go into operation in 2026, the B-21 will be able to operate with or without crew and promise almost total stealth, not only against radars, but also against infrared sensors and electronic monitoring systems. Estimated $ 700 million per unit, the bomber will be equipped with artificial intelligence, real -time command and integration with cyber platforms. He will be able to launch conventional, nuclear weapons and even hypersonic missiles, assuming a central role in the future American air fleet.
In addition to being cheaper to operate and easier to maintain than its predecessors, the B-21 has open architecture, which allows fast technological updates. Developed by Northrop Grumman, it represents a qualitative leap by expanding the concept of invisibility to the entire electromagnetic spectrum.
His name honors the mission of bombing to Tokyo during World War II, and its official release is still surrounded by confidentiality.
Source: The globe | Photo: x @usairforce | This content was created with the help of AI and revised by the editorial team
Unveiled today, the B-21 Raider will be a dual-capable, penetrating-strike stealth bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear munitions. The B-21 will form the backbone of the future Air Force bomber force consisting of B-21s and B-52s.(U.S. Air Force photo) pic.twitter.com/X6KSU7sy6U
— U.S. Air Force (@usairforce) December 3, 2022
