B-21 Raider

Sep- 2026 -

24 September

Air

Designed to operate in tomorrow's high-end threat environment, the B-21 will play a critical role in ensuring America's enduring airpower capability.

US Air Force Adds $13.7M Weapons Facility for B-21

The US Air Force is adding a new weapons facility at Whiteman Air Force Base as Missouri prepares to host the B-21 Raider.

17 September

Land

A second B-21 Raider, the nation’s sixth-generation stealth bomber, joins flight testing at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Sept. 11, 2025. The program is a cornerstone of the Department of the Air Force’s nuclear modernization strategy, designed to deliver both conventional and nuclear payloads. (Courtesy photo)

Rojoef Manuel

Conti, Kight to Build B-21 Stealth Bomber Hangar at Whiteman Base

Conti Federal Services and Kight Construction Group have secured a $74.9-million contract to build a B-21 Raider Radio Frequency Hangar at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri.

Aug- 2026 -

10 August

Americas

Jodesz Gavilan

Conti Federal to Build Shelters for B-21 Bombers

The US Army Corps of Engineers has awarded Conti Federal Services a contract to build six environmental protection shelters for B-21 Raider bombers.

6 August

Land

The B-21 Raider program is on track and continues flight testing at Northrop Grumman’s manufacturing facility on Edwards Air Force Base, California. The B-21 will have an open architecture to integrate new technologies and respond to future threats across the spectrum of operations. The B-21 Long Range Strike Family of Systems will greatly enhance mission effectiveness and Joint interoperability in advanced threat environments, strengthening U.S. deterrence and strategic advantage. (U.S. Air Force photo)

Rojoef Manuel

Conti Federal to Establish Alert Quarters for B-21 Raider Teams

The US Army Corps of Engineers has awarded Conti Federal a $39.9-million contract to build lodging infrastructure in South Dakota, expanding personnel support for the US Air Force’s B-21 Raider aircraft program.

4 August

Americas

Christine Casimiro

Northrop Grumman Expands Melbourne Campus to Support Next-Gen Aircraft Programs

Northrop Grumman has added a new 300,000-square-foot engineering facility at its Melbourne campus in Florida, supporting next-generation aircraft programs.

Jul- 2026 -

14 July

Americas

Jodesz Gavilan

US Air Force Confirms Two-Pilot Crew for B-21 Raider

The US Air Force has confirmed that the B-21 Raider will operate with two pilots as the service prepares its next-generation stealth bomber for operational use.

May- 2026 -

28 May

Technology

A DRS-12 ANXT radar is deployed by the Maritime Surveillance Platoon,

Bea Castañeda

What Is Stealth Technology? A Quick Guide

Stealth isn't invisibility, it's the art of staying below the threshold of detection long enough to matter. Here's how low-observable design works, where it's been used, and where it's heading.

28 May

Land

A second B-21 Raider, the world’s sixth-generation stealth bomber, test aircraft arrives at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Sept. 11, 2025. The addition of the second test aircraft expands mission systems and weapons integration testing, advancing the program toward operational readiness. (Courtesy photo)

Rojoef Manuel

Conti Federal to Construct B-21 Simulator Hub at Ellsworth Base

Conti Federal Services has signed a $36.3-million contract to build an Aircrew Distributed Debriefing Flight Simulator Facility at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota.

25 May

Arms

A U.S. Air Force 509th Bomb Wing B-2 Spirit approaches a 351st Aerial Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during the Bomber Task Force training exercise over England, Aug. 29, 2019. The BTF consists of Airmen and support equipment from the 509th BW, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, deployed to The United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa to conduct theater integration and flying training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Castelan)

Bea Castañeda

What Is the US Nuclear Triad? A Guide to America’s Ultimate Deterrent

Three legs, one mission: ensure that any nuclear attack on the United States guarantees a devastating response. Here's how the triad works and why it still matters.

Apr- 2026 -

20 April

Air