B-21 Weapons-Release Test Advances Integration and Production Readiness
The U.S. Air Force and Northrop Grumman completed the B-21 Raider’s first reported conventional weapons-release demonstration, validating its open architecture and digital-model-based integration approach. The program remains on schedule for aircraft at Ellsworth Air Force Base in 2027, while Northrop expands production capacity; no new solicitation or procurement value was announced.