Step into the future of aerial dominance with the historic first flight of the US Air Force's cutting-edge B-21 Raider "Flying Wing" Bomber. In this riveting footage, witness the sleek and powerful aircraft take to the skies for the very first time, showcasing its advanced capabilities and marking a significant milestone in military aviation. The B-21 Raider represents the next generation of strategic bombers, equipped with state-of-the-art technology to ensure the United States maintains air superiority. Join us as we delve into the details of this groundbreaking aircraft and its role in shaping the future of national defense. Subscribe to stay updated on the latest developments in military technology and aviation.
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00:00 A historic moment unfolds at Northrop's facility in Palmaid, California.
00:06 The US Air Force's groundbreaking B-21 Raider, a steeled bomber with a distinctive flying
00:11 wing design, embarked on its maiden flight.
00:15 This marks a significant stride in the deployment of a new fleet of long-range nuclear-capable
00:20 bombers, crafted with precision by Northrop Grumman.
00:24 Shrouded in secrecy during its development, the B-21 Raider now takes to the skies, offering
00:30 us the first unscripted glimpse of its advanced capabilities.
00:35 Join us as we witness the dawn of a new era in military aviation, where innovation meets
00:40 security in the form of this extraordinary aircraft.
00:45 The plane took off at 6.51 am, according to a witness.
00:49 Air Force leaders did not publicise the B-21's first flight, but about three dozen aviation
00:55 enthusiasts and immature photographers gathered around Plan 42 on Friday, November 10, hoping
01:01 to see the bomber take to the skies.
01:04 The B-21, which carries the same flying wing shape as its predecessor, the B-2, will be
01:09 able to deliver both conventional and nuclear weapons around the world using long-range
01:14 and mid-air fueling capabilities.
01:17 The aircraft is projected to cost approximately $550 million each in 2010 dollars, or about
01:24 $750 million in today's inflation-adjusted dollars.
01:28 However, the Air Force has kept other price information classified, which makes validating
01:34 the proposed cost difficult, the Congressional Research Service said in a 2021 report.
01:40 The Air Force plans to buy at least 100 of the planes and begin to replace B-1 and B-2
01:46 bombers.
01:47 The B-1 costs about $60,000 per hour to operate and the B-2 costs about $65,000 per hour,
01:54 according to Pentagon data.
01:56 And Stefanak, an Air Force spokesperson, said, "The B-21 Raider is in flight testing.
02:02 Flight testing is a critical step in a test campaign managed by the Air Force Test Center
02:07 and 412 Test Wings B-21 Combined Test Force.
02:12 As we witnessed the B-21 Raider soar through the skies, it's essential to reflect on the
02:17 journey that led to the historic flight."
02:19 While publicly unveiled in December 2022, the anticipation for its first flight has
02:25 been building for years.
02:27 Originally slated for a potential flight in December 2021, the timeline shifted to mid-2022
02:34 and eventually to 2023.
02:37 Currently in the engineering and manufacturing development phase, the B-21 program remains
02:42 on course to deliver these cutting-edge aircraft to Ellsworth Air Force Base in the mid-2020s,
02:48 according to the Air Force.
02:50 Notably, the B-21 introduces advanced features, including a more durable and steel-enabled
02:56 low-observable surface material, promising reduced maintenance to requirements and operational
03:02 costs.
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