Why The B-52 Will Still Be Flying Alongside America’s Newest Stealth Bomber

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While it may be counterintuitive for many, the best tool for a job is not necessarily the most advanced or high-tech. For the US Air Force, the best aircraft is likely to be a consideration of cost, payload capacity, available munitions, survivability, range, integration, mission type, availability, and other considerations. The Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider will be the most survivable bomber, but it may not have the best payload capacity or the lowest cost or the most favorable availability.

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