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A second B-21 Raider test aircraft takes off, Sept. 11, from Palmdale, Calif., to join the Air Force’s flight test campaign at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif. The addition of the second test aircraft expands mission systems and weapons integration testing, advancing the program toward operational readiness. (Courtesy photo)

Sept. 11, 2025

US Air Force announces arrival of second B-21 test aircraft at Edwards AFB

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — Department of the Air Force announced the arrival of the second B-21 Raider flight test aircraft Sept. 11, 2025, marking a significant step toward operational readiness of the nation’s sixth-generation stealth bomber.

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit, center, from the 72d Test and Evaluation Squadron assigned to the 53rd Wing, a Royal Norwegian Air Force P-8 Poseidon, center back, and four Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35 Lightning II, right and left, fly in formation over Norway, Sept. 3, 2025. The U.S. partnered with Norwegian Allies to test next-generation precision maritime strike capabilities. The event advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures for long-range sensor-to-shooter operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Jesenia Landaverde)

Sept. 9, 2025

U.S., Norway test maritime strike in High North

Eglin Air Force Base, FL — The USAF partnered with Norwegian Allies to test next-generation precision maritime strike capabilities on Sept. 3rd in the Norwegian Sea. In partnership with Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35s and personnel, the USAF's 53rd Wing integrated a US B-2 Spirit stealth bomber into a long-range strike scenario employing the AFRL’s QUICKSINK maritime weapon, demonstrating seamless cooperation and interoperability to defeat a surface vessel in a realistic setting.

Jets flying in the sky

Aug. 22, 2025

Bomber Task Force Europe wraps up 2 weeks of Ally-led training and integration

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany. — U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers completed their deployment in support of Bomber Task Force Europe and returned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 22, after participating in two weeks of Allied-led training events designed to advance joint warfighting capability, strengthen cooperation, and improve how U.S. and Allied forces operate together in high-threat environments. Throughout the deployment, U.S. bombers and aircrews trained alongside the Norwegian Air Force to rehearse gaining access to contested airspace, targeting threats, and maintaining coordination in simulated areas where freedom of movement is constrained. The mission focused on improving how Allies share real-time threat information and make timely, coordinated decisions under pressure.

jets flying over a city

Aug. 19, 2025

U.S., Allied aircraft fly together over Riga, Latvia – demonstrate readiness and unity

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany. — U.S. Air Force B-1B bombers and Allied fighter jets flew in formation over the Monument of Freedom in Riga, Latvia, Aug. 19, 2025, as part of Bomber Task Force Europe, demonstrating NATO air forces’ ability to operate together anywhere, anytime. The Lancers flew in formation with Hungarian and Swedish Air Force JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets, demonstrating Allied integration fostered during an ongoing training deployment. The Hungarian Gripens are deployed to Šiauliai Air Base, Lithuania in support of the NATO’s Air Policing mission.

a man guiding a jet

Aug. 9, 2025

Dyess B-1s arrive in Norway for Bomber Task Force Europe

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany. — U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer aircraft deployed from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, and arrived at Ørland Air Base, Norway, Aug. 9, 2025, to begin Ally-led training operations as part of the latest Bomber Task Force Europe. The deployment empowers U.S. Air Force aircrews to refine tactics, increase flexibility and strengthen coordination with Allies by exercising and operating together increasing warfighting capabilities and readiness.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joel Velez, 9th Bomber Generation Squadron crew chief, connects a fuel hose to a B-1B Lancer at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 8, 2025. Upgrades to Dyess’ fueling system added 21 new refueling locations, including two additional hot pit refueling stations, enhancing the 7th Bomb Wing’s ability to support B-1 operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)

July 18, 2025

Fueling the fight: Dyess modernizes for future missions

DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas — The 7th Bomb Wing is in the final phase of a $24 million modernization project to overhaul Dyess AFB’s fueling infrastructure—a multi-year initiative designed to improve efficiency & enhance operational readiness across the installation.

Fighter aircraft from Japan and the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Pacific, July 11, 2025.

July 11, 2025

Japan, Republic of Korea and U.S. conduct trilateral flight

PACIFIC OCEAN — Fighter aircraft from Japan and the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Pacific, July 11, 2025.

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress from the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron flies over the skies of Sweden for their celebration of their acceptance into NATO during Bomber Task Force 25-2, RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, March 11, 2025. These operations demonstrate the ability to rapidly deploy strategic assets in support of global stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Chris Hibben)

July 9, 2025

US Airmen deploy in support of Indo-Pacific Bomber Task Force exercise

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — A Bomber Task Force deployment of multiple U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft, Airmen, and support equipment from the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, arrived at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 8, 2025.

Airmen of the 96th Bomb Squadron prepare a B-52H Stratofortress for takeoff during exercise Global Storm at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Aug. 18, 2021.

June 27, 2025

Another decade of the B-52’s enduring legacy

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — Air Force Global Strike Command is celebrating the enduring legacy of one of America’s most iconic strategic bombers -- the B-52 Stratofortress, affectionately known as the BUFF.

Four white horses with female riders holding the Texas and American flags walk in front of a B-1 Lancer

June 5, 2025

B-1B Lancer: 40 striking years

DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas — June 2025 marks the 40th anniversary of B-1B Lancer at Dyess AFB. The multi-mission B-1, carrying the largest conventional payload of both guided and unguided weapons in the Air Force, is the backbone of America's long-range bomber force, rapidly delivering massive quantities of precision and non-precision weapons against any adversary, anywhere in the world, on demand.