Brand new B-21 bomber will only fly with the immortal B-52

The US Air Force has released a new rendering of the B21 Raider, a stealth bomber set to fly by next year. The B21 will replace the aging B2 and B1 bombers and work alongside the B52. It is designed for both manned and unmanned operations and will be nuclear capable. The Air Force plans to build at least 100 units, with a focus on open systems architecture to allow for future upgrades and adaptability to threats.

What is the expected timeline for the first flight of the B21 Raiders?

What older bomber will the B21 replace?

What capabilities will the new B21 bomber have?

How many B21 bombers does the Air Force plan to build?

What is the estimated procurement cost of the B21 bomber?