U.S. Air Force launches competitive B-52 SATCOM upgrade to secure global command links and strengthen long-term strategic deterrence
The U.S. Air Force has awarded three companies a combined $17 million to plan an upgrade of secure satellite communications aboard the B-52 Stratofortress.
U.S. Air Force strategic bombers fly over Czech Republic, signaling U.S. deterrence and long-range strike readiness across Europe
The mission highlighted Washington’s stated commitment to European security and NATO’s ability to project combat power across the region.
U.S. Air Force says B-52 availability rises nearly 40% under North Star campaign to strengthen long-range bomber readiness
Air Force Global Strike Command has also reduced mission-impacting parts shortages from more than 450 to approximately 160.
U.S. Air Force says long-range penetrating force remains central to bomber operations after Midnight Hammer and Epic Fury missions
Operations Midnight Hammer and Epic Fury demonstrated the reach of the U.S. bomber force while exposing the demands of sustained long-range combat missions.
U.S. Air Force says over $20 billion B-52J re-engining program cleared for development, new AESA radar authorized for production
The U.S. Air Force has approved the B-52J engine replacement program for development and cleared its new radar for low-rate production.
Rolls-Royce says F130 engines for U.S. Air Force B-52J bomber enter assembly ahead of flight-test deliveries beginning in 2027
The first deliveries are scheduled for April 2027 to support aircraft modification and flight testing.
U.S. Air Force rapidly launches multiple B-2 Spirit stealth bombers in Spirit Vigilance 2026 global strike readiness drill
The U.S. Air Force tested the 509th Bomb Wing’s ability to generate B-2 Spirit stealth bombers rapidly during Spirit Vigilance 2026 in August.
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See how U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit stealth bombers demonstrate precision strike capability at the Nevada Test and Training Range [VIDEO]
Low-observable technology allows the B-2 Spirit to penetrate sophisticated air defences and operate against heavily protected targets.
U.S. Air Force says Ellsworth enhances flightline security to protect B-21 Raider next-generation bomber from drones and advanced threats
“The B-21 Raider represents the future of our nation's strategic deterrence, and the security apparatus protecting it has to be equally advanced,” said Lt. Col. Michael Olson, commander of the 28th Security Forces Squadron.
Northrop Grumman CEO says B-21 production could accelerate as U.S. Air Force reviews larger sixth-generation stealth bomber fleet
The U.S. Air Force’s B-21 Raider is moving toward its first operational delivery in 2027 with the acquisition program running ahead of schedule, while Northrop Grumman expands the industrial base for higher production.
B-2 Spirit stealth bomber combat performance highlighted as 509th Bomb Wing wins Omaha Trophy after Iran and Yemen missions
The U.S. Air Force has highlighted the B-2 Spirit’s combat performance and strategic strike role after the 509th Bomb Wing was named U.S. Strategic Command’s top-performing strategic bomber unit of 2025.
Northrop Grumman boosts B-21 Raider production investment amid U.S. Air Force review of faster output and larger sixth-generation stealth bomber fleet
The investment is becoming a more significant part of Northrop Grumman’s capital-spending outlook.