Long Range Strike - Bomber

Long Range Strike - Bomber is a critical component of the Air Force's nuclear modernization plan, serving as the backbone of the Nation's future bomber force with both conventional and nuclear capabilities. The B-21 Raider platform is designed to provide range, access, and payload necessary for deterrence and combat effectiveness. The program aims to deliver a minimum of 100 B-21s to operational bases in the mid-2020s, with an open system architecture enabling rapid integration of future capabilities to adapt to evolving threat environments. The specific objectives include continuing test aircraft build, scaling manufacturing infrastructure and capacity across the industrial base, and supporting modernization studies and technical risk reduction activities.

The B-21 Development project (643308) within this program focuses on maintaining the development of the B-21 Raider as a dual-capable penetrating strike stealth bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear munitions. It aims to continue test aircraft build, scale manufacturing infrastructure and capacity across the industrial base, and support the program's transition toward low-rate initial production and fielding. Additionally, the B-21 Modernization project (644044) aims to support modernization studies, technical risk reduction activities, LRSO integration, modernization infrastructure support, development of enhanced technologies, incorporating modifications as required, and nuclear certification. These efforts are essential for ensuring America's enduring airpower capability in high-end threat environments.