Report to Congress outlines evolving role, modernisation and oversight of U.S. Air Force strategic bomber fleet
A report to Congress by the Congressional Research Service states that the US Air Force currently operates three strategic bombers, the B-52 Stratofortress, B-1B Lancer and B-2 Spirit, to carry out conventional and nuclear missions.
B-1B Lancers conclude Bomber Task Force deployment and depart Misawa Air Base in Japan
U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers and personnel from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron at Dyess Air Force Base have departed Misawa Air Base after completing a Bomber Task Force deployment.
B-1B Lancer bomber arrives in Wichita for fuselage replacement enabled by digital twin
On 9 September a B-1B Lancer landed at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, to begin replacement of its Forward Intermediate Fuselage (FIF) at Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR).
U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers return to Texas after two-week Bomber Task Force Europe deployment
U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers have returned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, after completing a two-week deployment in support of Bomber Task Force Europe on 22 August.
U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer strategic bombers train with NATO Allies in Norway to strengthen readiness
Three U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers from the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron deployed to Ørland, Norway, on 12 August 2025 in support of Bomber Task Force Europe.
U.S. B-1B Lancer strategic bombers and Allied Gripens fly over Riga to showcase NATO’s unity and readiness
“The security of the Baltic States and NATO's Eastern flank is the cornerstone of the security of the entire Euro-Atlantic region,” said Latvian Minister of Defence Andris Sprūds.
Defense Logistics Agency and U.S. Air Force boost B-1B Lancer and B-2 Spirit support at first Ohio working group
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime hosted its first Bombers Directorate Working Group on 29–30 July at the Defense Supply Center Columbus, supporting the U.S. Air Force’s B-1B and B-2 strategic bombers.
28th Bomb Wing wins 2024 Outstanding Unit Award for service with B-1B Lancer fleet
The 28th Bomb Wing has been awarded the 2024 Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award for its exceptionally meritorious service.
U.S. Air Force: B-1B Lancers arrive in Norway for Bomber Task Force Europe deployment
U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer aircraft from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, arrived at Ørland Air Base, Norway, on 9 August 2025 to begin Ally-led training operations under the latest Bomber Task Force Europe.
B-1B Lancer strategic bombers from Dyess AFB showcase agility at Red Flag-Nellis 25-3
B-1B Lancer crews from Dyess Air Force Base recently concluded their participation in Red Flag-Nellis 25-3, held at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, from 21 to 31 July.
Boeing awarded U.S. Air Force contract for LAM pylons to boost B-1 Bomber payload
Boeing has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Air Force to deliver Load Adaptable Modular (LAM) pylons for the B-1 bomber, significantly enhancing its weapons payload capacity.
U.S. Air Force plans hypersonic missile upgrade for B-1B Lancer strategic bombers
The U.S. Air Force has ordered new external Load Adaptable Modular (LAM) pylons for its B‑1B Lancer bombers, aiming to significantly expand their capacity to carry hypersonic missiles.