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Old 12-03-22, 01:02 AM   #6
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Originally Posted by Commander Wallace View Post
The first flight of the B-21 Raider is scheduled for early 2023. Although, I'm sure prototypes have been flown before this. Although similar in appearances to the B-2 Spirit, The Raider sports new technologies not available at the time the B-2 was produced.


It is slightly smaller and said to be more fuel efficient for longer endurance. The " Roll out " will not have the fanfare and press coverage of the B-2. The U.S I'm sure feels the less said and known about this aircraft, the better.



....but, but, but, what about he merchandising? Space Balls, er I mean B-21 the lunchbox, B-21 the sports wear, B-21 the breakfast cereal, B-21 the body spray, B-21 the Disney movie!


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