Reflections on 2017 | B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber

Reflections on 2017 | B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber

Reflections on 2017 | B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber  This B-2, named the Spirit of Arizona, did several flybys at Oshkosh last year during the air show.  The B-2 is very stealthy which enables it to penetrate sophisticated anti-aircraft defenses. To evade detection systems, it has reduced acoustic, visual, infrared, and radar signatures.  Even at the air show, it was hard to see even a few miles away.  It’s very quiet when flying inbound and really very little noise while flying away.  It can be quickly deployed anywhere on the planet and with only a crew of two.  To see the entire story with all seven images, go to Reflections on 2017 | a 7 Image Story.

 

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber  This B-2, named the Spirit of Arizona, did several flybys at Oshkosh on Saturday during the air show.  The B-2 is very stealthy which enables it to penetrate sophisticated anti-aircraft defenses. To evade detection systems, it has reduced acoustic, visual, infrared, and radar signatures.  Even at the air show, it was hard to see even a few miles away.  It’s very quiet when flying inbound and really very little noise while flying away.   The B-2 can carry 40,000 lb of ordnance; both conventional and nuclear.  With a range of over 6000 nautical miles and the ability for mid-air refueling, it can be quickly deployed anywhere on the planet and with only a crew of two.