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5 days ago · Learn about the evolution of bomber aircraft from World War I to the Cold War and beyond. Explore the types, features, and roles of bombers in military and strategic bombardment.
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6 days ago · Medium and heavy bombers held the global stage during World War II, serving in strategic bombing and other missions. Hundreds of thousands of combat aircraft were produced worldwide during the war. This article notes some bombers that were critical during the Second World War.
2 days ago · A B-52H makes its initial landing at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base, Romania, in support of Bomber Task Force Deployment 24-4, July 21, 2024. The lethal, long-range strike capabilities provided by strategic bombers influence the decision making of competitors and adversaries. U.S. Air Force Photo by Seth Watson.
1 day ago · The Northrop B-2 Spirit, also known as the Stealth Bomber, is an American heavy strategic bomber, featuring low-observable stealth technology designed to penetrate dense anti-aircraft defenses.
4 days ago · Bomber aircraft are military aircraft primarily designed for air-to-surface attack, on either ground or sea targets. This list does not include airships used for bombing and does not aim to include attack aircraft primarily intended for different roles.
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Jul 12, 2024 · The bomber holds 50 world records for speed, payload, range, and time of climb. It carries 59,000 lb (26,761 kg) of ordnance on six external hardpoints and 75,000-lb. (34,109 kg) payload in its internal weapons bays, with capabilities of carrying 24 AGM-158 JASSM cruise missiles.
6 days ago · As it marks the 35th anniversary of its first flight, the U.S. Air Force’s B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is introducing capability upgrades to ensure that it will remain a key element of the aerial...
