Event Brief
US Air Force to extend B-1 and B-2 service
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 17, 2026 at 5:05 PM ET
Summary: The U.S. Air Force will extend the service lives of the B-1 Lancer and B-2 Spirit to help maintain bomber fleet readiness, a service official said. Gen. Stephen L. Davis said the experienced crews will be among the first to fly the B-21 Raider, which is on track for 2027 delivery to Ellsworth AFB.
WHO: Gen. Stephen L. Davis, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command
WHAT: The Air Force will extend the service lives of the B-1 Lancer and B-2 Spirit.
WHEN: Sep 17, 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: To better maintain bomber fleet readiness while developing the B-21 Raider and preparing experienced crews for early B-21 operations.
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