Event Brief
USAF rejects one-pilot B-21 Raider crew plan
Filed: Jul 12, 2026 at 10:03 PM ET
Summary: The Air Force decided not to crew the B-21 Raiders with just one pilot as it prepares to field the bombers.
WHO: US Air Force
WHAT: Decided against flying B-21 Raiders with just one pilot
WHEN: Jul 10, 2026 at 6:17 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The Air Force made a formal decision on B-21 crew configuration as it pushes to start fielding the bombers next year.
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