Event Brief
Air Force confirms B-21 Raider still needs two pilots
Filed: Jul 28, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
Summary: The U.S. Air Force confirmed the B-21 Raider, despite unprecedented automation, will still be flown with two pilots.
WHO: U.S. Air Force
WHAT: Confirmed the B-21 Raider will still require two pilots to fly.
WHEN: Jul 28, 2026 at 7:10 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The Air Force confirmed the bomber’s automation level does not eliminate the need for two pilots.
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