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12-02-22, 08:29 PM | #1 |
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B-21 Raider debut.
So, I'm watching the unveiling of the B-21 Raider.
My first impression is that we stole some tech from the Cylons. Don't get too excited yet, N/G is being very cagey in how much they want to show. Besides, first flight isn't going to happen this year. Still, it looks more like an evolution of the B-2. |
12-02-22, 09:02 PM | #2 |
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The first flight of the B-21 Raider is scheduled for early 2023. Although, I'm sure prototypes have been flown before this. Although similar in appearances to the B-2 Spirit, The Raider sports new technologies not available at the time the B-2 was produced.
It is slightly smaller and said to be more fuel efficient for longer endurance. The " Roll out " will not have the fanfare and press coverage of the B-2. The U.S I'm sure feels the less said and known about this aircraft, the better. Last edited by Commander Wallace; 12-02-22 at 09:47 PM. Reason: Grammar Issues. |
12-02-22, 09:34 PM | #3 |
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Well, we need to understand that the B-21 isn't a fighter looking for customers.
Northrop already cashed the check to design and build it. |
12-02-22, 11:48 PM | #4 |
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They should do a test flight over Moscow!
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12-03-22, 12:54 AM | #5 |
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Ja, if we only had a war to test it out in? [insert hand ringing here] Is Iraq available to dance?
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12-03-22, 01:02 AM | #6 | |
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....but, but, but, what about he merchandising?
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12-03-22, 03:09 AM | #7 |
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12-03-22, 03:14 AM | #8 |
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However, that drone above must not be better or as good as the B21, it is no interceptor. It must only be good enough tp penetrate radar and defences - THAT is the relevant topic.
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12-03-22, 03:39 AM | #9 | |
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12-03-22, 05:26 AM | #10 |
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How long before someone makes a copy?
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12-03-22, 06:55 AM | #11 |
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I was shocked to read that the B2 has been around for 30 years!!
Time flies.
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12-03-22, 08:20 AM | #12 | |
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Ya know, Neither of or any of you are wrapped real tight or playing with a full deck. Love it. May the bone, er, I mean Scwartz be with you all. We bought the entire Mel Brooks movie set on DVD, including Space Balls and Young Frankenstein. Mel Brooks isn't wrapped real tight either . |
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12-03-22, 11:05 AM | #13 |
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Mebbee there'll B a B-21 rock band...(like the B-52's)!
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12-03-22, 05:07 PM | #14 |
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They could install "Starforce" on it. That'll show'em!
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12-03-22, 05:10 PM | #15 |
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Not possible, as today's music sucks. (Proven on Mythbusters) Unless, it was a cover band of the B-52s? Rock Lobster?
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