PEACHTREE CITY, USA – The B-2 Spirit is one of the most iconic aircraft ever built. Used only by the U.S. Air Force, the strategic bomber is known for its stealth technology and flying wing design. Designed by Northrop Grumman, it first flew in 1989 and entered service in 1997.
The flying wing helps reduce drag and avoid radar detection. It’s built from advanced composite materials and coated with radar-absorbing paint to stay nearly invisible. The four engines are located inside the wing to reduce both heat and radar signature, and it flies using digital fly-by-wire controls instead of traditional surfaces like rudders or vertical stabilizers.
Only 21 B-2s were produced, making it one of the rarest military aircraft still in operation. Adjusted for inflation, the total project cost was estimated to be around $93 billion USD.
While the B-2 is utilized exclusively by the U.S. Air Force, its complex design reflects the kind of engineering found across modern military platforms worldwide. Aventure’s military division supports advanced aircraft programs used globally, including long-serving platforms like the F-16 and C-130, where dependable parts and long-term sustainment are essential.
