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Airmen flying B-52 bombers should be more comfortable, lawmakers say
There are plenty of upgrades coming for the B-52. Now lawmakers want to make sure airmen's comfort is on that list.
By Riley Ceder
B-21 Raider bomber conducts test flights at Edwards Air Force Base
The B-21 flew to the California location in November 2023 and has since carried out an undisclosed number of test flights.
Where might the US station its B-21 bombers to deter China?
A new report says the U.S. Air Force's B-21 Raider could help ensure stability in the Asia-Pacific region.
By Chris Martin
Ellsworth pauses B-1 bomber flights as crash investigation begins
Lancer flights are on hold until at least Jan. 19.
Airman hospitalized after B-1 bomber crashes in South Dakota
The mishap is the Air Force's first major aircraft safety incident of 2024.
B-1 bomber crashes at South Dakota Air Force base, crew ejects safely
The mishap occurred as the aircraft was attempting to land at Ellsworth Air Force Base, officials said.
By Tara Copp, AP
New in 2024: With first B-21 flight done, Northrop eyes next contract
The first B-21 flight came nearly a year after its highly publicized December 2022 debut in California.
B-2 Spirit stealth bomber set to return for New Year’s Day flyover
The B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is set to fly over the Tournament of Roses after missing it this past year.
US flies bombers for joint drills with South Korea, Japan
The United States has flown long-range bombers for joint drills with South Korea and Japan in a show of force against North Korea.
Pratt wins engine-work contract to keep aging B-52, AWACS flying
With the Air Force planning to retire the AWACS and replace the B-52's current engines, the contract could last for the remainder of the TF33's life.
Nuclear stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider, takes first test flight
It's the first new American bomber aircraft in more than 30 years, and almost every aspect of the program is classified.
By Tara Copp, AP