America's Stealth Nuclear Bomber, the B-21 Raider

SOURCE www.dailymail.co.uk
New images show America's highly secret, $745-million stealth nuclear bomber, the B-21 Raider, taking to the air for its first publicly acknowledged flight test. The B-21 is designed to be virtually 'invisible' to enemy stealth radars and will replace older bombers in the US Air Force fleet.

Key Points

  • B-21 Raider is a dual-capable bomber with both conventional and nuclear capabilities
  • Expected to enter service in the mid-2020s with a minimum production goal of 100 aircraft
  • Part of the US Air Force's efforts to modernize its nuclear triad

Pros

  • Cutting-edge technology in military aviation
  • Designed to be virtually 'invisible' to enemy radar systems
  • Expected to play a major role in national security objectives

Cons

  • High cost of production and maintenance
  • Nuclear-capable, raising concerns about potential use