The aircraft carries up to 27,000 kilograms of ordnance in internal bays, allowing it to maintain a low profile even during strikes.
The United States is expected to double its fleet of B-2 stealth bombers, with an addition of 28 new aircraft. The decision was made following the strike carried out by the U.S. Air Force in Iran last summer, which served as a milestone for assessing the aircraft’s operational capabilities.
During his visit to Israel on October 13, President Donald Trump stated that the bombers had proven themselves to be an essential strategic tool, particularly thanks to their ability to operate for long durations and carry advanced munitions. “They demonstrated impressive performance in the strike in Iran, and we will expand the fleet accordingly,” he said.
According to a report by World Defense News, security analysts estimate that a plan to significantly expand the bomber fleet is already being finalized in Washington. Originally, the U.S. Air Force was planned to operate 132 aircraft of this type, but after the end of the Cold War the number was reduced to just 21, based on the view that their primary role was nuclear deterrence.