B-52 crash at Edwards occurred during test flight tied to radar upgrade for future B-52J modernisation programme
The B-52H Stratofortress that crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California on June 15 was supporting tests for a new radar central to the bomber’s modernization.
U.S. Air Force advances B-21 Raider testing as operational pilot flies bomber earlier than in past programs
The U.S. Air Force said the flight reflects a major shift in how it evaluates critical next-generation aircraft.
Boeing advances B-1 strategic bomber pylon upgrade to carry hypersonic missiles and future standoff weapons
Boeing engineers in Oklahoma City have completed the preliminary design review for integrating the Load Adaptable Modular pylon onto the B-1 bomber.
Kathy Warden: faster B-21 Raider production could support larger future U.S. Air Force bomber fleet
Northrop Grumman hopes its efforts to accelerate B-21 Raider production will encourage the U.S. Air Force to consider a larger fleet of the advanced stealth bomber.
U.S. Air Force completes major B-1B Lancer structural repair months ahead of schedule using digital engineering
The United States Air Force has returned a B-1B Lancer bomber to operational service months ahead of schedule following a major structural repair carried out at Wichita State University National Institute for Aviation Research in Kansas.
Northrop Grumman: B-21 Raider stealth bomber completes U.S. Air Force 180-day test plan in 73 days
The Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider has completed a planned 180-day U.S. Air Force testing cycle in just 73 days, according to Northrop Grumman.
U.S. Air Force launches study of future heavy bomber options beyond upgraded B-52 Stratofortress fleet
The U.S. Air Force is preparing to examine future options for long-range strike aircraft beyond the B-52 Stratofortress, according to fiscal 2027 budget documents.
U.S. Air Force returns stored B-1B Lancer bomber to operational service after two-year regeneration effort
A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bomber previously stored in the Arizona desert has returned to operational service following an extensive regeneration and depot maintenance programme led by the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex at Tinker Air Force Base.
U.S. Air Force advances B-52J upgrade as engine replacement program completes Critical Design Review milestone
The U.S. Air Force has completed the Critical Design Review for the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program, marking a key step toward the B-52J upgrade.
Australia urged to consider B-21 Raider bomber as interim capability to address AUKUS submarine gap
Australia should consider acquiring next-generation B-21 Raider stealth bombers from the United States as a potential interim capability under AUKUS.
U.S. defense chief signals need for more than 100 B-21 Raider bombers as Pentagon weighs future airpower requirements
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers on April 30 that the Pentagon may need significantly more than 100 B-21 Raider stealth bombers.
Northrop Grumman advances B-21 Raider testing with aerial refueling milestone to enhance long-range strike capability
Northrop Grumman said its B-21 Raider bomber has successfully demonstrated aerial refueling as part of its ongoing flight test campaign.