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We Finally Know The B-21 Raider's True Wingspan

Google Earth imagery puts B-21 Raider wingspan near 152 feet

A Google Earth image dated June 20, 2026 enabled an estimate of the B-21’s dimensions.
The analysis places the wingspan near 152 feet and the length near 61 feet.
The estimate indicates the B-21 is about 12% smaller than the B-2 in wingspan and length.

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DT Editorial Team·Oct 20, 2026·via twz.com

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Pathway To Larger B-21 Raider Fleet Was Baked Into Production Ramp-Up Deal

B-21 production deal opens path to a larger Raider fleet

Northrop Grumman says the Air Force’s February B-21 production agreement allows a larger program of record.
The deal increased annual production capacity by 25%, though exact rates remain classified.
Senior officials have increasingly signaled support for a fleet larger than the official 100-aircraft goal.
The Air Force is expected to reach a conclusion on fleet size by the end of 2026.

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DT Editorial Team·Jul 24, 2026·via twz.com

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B-21 Raider completed ‘close-proximity flight’ with KC-135 tanker, US Air Force confirms

B-21 Raider Takes Key Step Toward Aerial Refueling

B-21 Raider completed a 5.5-hour close-proximity flight with a KC-135 tanker over Edwards AFB
Aerial refueling certification is essential for the bomber's long-range penetrating global strike mission
First operational B-21s are on track for 2027 deployment at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota

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DT Editorial Team·Mar 15, 2026·2 min read·via defensenews.com

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B-21 Raider Photographed Aerial Refueling For The First Time

B-21 Raider Photographed Aerial Refueling for the First Time

First public image shows B-21 connected to tanker boom during flight test at Edwards AFB
Aerial refueling gives the stealth bomber effectively unlimited global strike range
Air Force plans to acquire 100+ B-21s to replace aging B-2 Spirit fleet

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DT Editorial Team·Mar 11, 2026·4 min read·via twz.com

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