B-21 Raider: The Air Force Should Arm This Bomber with Hypersonic Weapons
Story by Brandon J. Weichert • 20h
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Summary and Key Points: The U.S. Air Force is facing a dilemma with its B-21 Raider stealth bomber program. While the B-21 Raider boasts advanced stealth capabilities and can deliver various payloads over heavily defended targets, the Air Force requires at least 300 units in the next few years for the investment to be effective.
-However, current projections suggest that only 100 units may be delivered in the next decade.
-To maximize the B-21's effectiveness, the Air Force should consider pairing it with next-generation drones and investing in offensive and defensive hypersonic weapons systems.
-As tensions with China and Russia escalate, the B-21, augmented by advanced drones, could be crucial for penetrating sophisticated enemy air defenses.
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