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5 Fast Facts On The B-1 Lancer’s BEAST Upgrades

The B-1 is receiving its BEAST upgrades as fast as possible and these will keep it lethal into the 2040s.

The USAF Rockwell B-1 bomber will be replaced by the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider.

These aircraft still play an important role.

Human error happened to be the primary cause of the crash.

The US will also reposition new bombers, fighters and refuelers to the Middle East.

Only the United States Air Force’s strategic bombers have the heft needed to carry the massive 30,000 lbs MOP.

The B-1B Bomer is gaining a new external, adaptable pylon for hypersonic missiles. But this pylon can do much more.

Crew and weather contributed to the total loss of a B-1 Lancer strategic bomber in South Dakota.

The aircraft features six external hardpoints with a carrying capacity of 59,000 lbs (26,761 kg) of ordnance.

The strategic roles and responsibilities of the B-1 have evolved through the years.