Summary
The U.S. Air Force has returned a B-2 stealth bomber, nicknamed the Spirit of Georgia, to active service after repairing it. This bomber is important because it can deliver nuclear strikes and is part of the country's defense strategy.
Key Facts
- The Spirit of Georgia is a B-2 stealth bomber used by the U.S. Air Force.
- This aircraft can carry nuclear weapons, making it a key part of the U.S. defense system.
- The bomber was damaged in 2021 when its landing gear failed at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri.
- Repairs took four years, involving a $23.7-million process in California.
- Only 21 B-2 bombers were built; two have been retired, leaving only 19 active.
- The B-2 stealth bomber can avoid advanced defense systems because of its low visibility.
- The B-2 fleet recently took part in a nuclear command exercise called Global Thunder 26.
- In the future, the B-21 stealth aircraft will replace the B-2 fleet.
