The B-21 Raider’s Split Control Surfaces May Solve A Stealth Problem That Haunted The B-2

The Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider remains on track to enter service in 2027. Currently, there are an unknown number of B-21s under construction, and the aircraft is now in advanced testing. After it enters service, it will complement the B-1B, B-2, and B-52 until it has sufficiently matured and is available in substantial numbers. The B-1 is expected to phase out by around 2037 and the B-2 sometime afterwards.