US Air Force begins operational prep for B-21 Raider at Ellsworth AFB

Published Jul 6, 11:06 AM UTC

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The U.S. Air Force has officially transitioned into the operational preparation phase for stationing the B-21 Raider stealth bomber at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota. This step marks a significant milestone in the deployment of the next-generation long-range strike bomber, which is designed to replace aging B-1 and B-2 bombers. The B-21 Raider, built by Northrop Grumman, features advanced stealth technology and nuclear capability. Ellsworth AFB is set to become the first operational base to host the aircraft, with initial flight tests already underway. The announcement signals concrete progress in the Air Force's modernization and strategic deterrence efforts.

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U.S. Air Force Begins Operational Preparation for B-21 Raider Deployment at Ellsworth AFB

The U.S. Air Force has officially entered the operational preparation phase for deploying the B-21 Raider stealth bomber at Ellsworth Air Force Base.

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Original headline: U.S. Air Force Unveils First Operational Base for B-21 Raider

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