Cost of B-21 bomber infrastructure at first operational base doubles to US$2 billion
US Air Force estimated a US$1 billion investment at Ellsworth in 2021, while preparations continue to receive the first Raider in 2027
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First B-21 Raider bombers to reach operational base earlier than planned
US Air Force will send one of the flight-test aircraft to Ellsworth AFB in 2027 as crews begin preparing for operational service