B-2 Spirit Bomber Costs $130,000-$150,000 per Flight Hour; B-21 Raider Set for Cost Reduction
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The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit stealth bomber costs $130,000 to $150,000 per flight hour, making it the second most expensive aircraft globally. It will be succeeded by the B-21 Raider, targeting a cost of $65,000 per hour, with improved maintenance and deployment capabilities.
The B-2 requires extensive maintenance and specialized hangars, complicating its logistics. The B-21 promises lower costs and easier deployment, utilizing advanced technology and new manufacturing methods.
Feb 24, 2026, 6:26 PM
