The First Prototype of the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider Undergoing Flight Refueling Testing

On March 18 & 19, 2026, photographer Jared M. Hamilton captured the first prototype of the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider undergoing flight refueling tests at Edwards Air Force Base in California.

Theses outstanding photographs gives us the best reference so far for the actual size of the bomber in comparison to the refueling aircraft. The B-21 Raider appears to have a wingspan slightly bigger than the tanker.

The First Prototype of the Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider Undergoing Flight Refueling Tests (Photos courtesy of Jared M. Hamilton)

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