The United States has conducted strikes on Iran’s three key nuclear sites Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan using advanced military technology. President Donald Trump confirmed that B-2 stealth bombers played a central role in the attack, with reports later revealing that bunker-buster bombs were dropped on Fordow and Natanz.
What is the B-2 Stealth Bomber?
The B-2 Spirit, often called the most expensive military aircraft ever built, costs approximately $2.1 billion per unit. Manufactured by Northrop Grumman, it is a symbol of U.S. strategic dominance. Only 21 B-2s were produced after the Pentagon scaled back its original acquisition plans. These aircraft are among America’s most advanced weapons platforms, capable of penetrating sophisticated enemy air defenses and delivering both nuclear and conventional weapons with high precision.
Design and Capabilities
The B-2 features radar-absorbing materials and angular, sleek design elements that drastically reduce its radar signature, making it nearly invisible to enemy radar systems. Its radar cross-section is comparable to that of a small bird, which helps it evade detection. The aircraft has a range of about 6,000 nautical miles (roughly 9,600 kilometers), and with aerial refueling, it can reach virtually any target worldwide.
Operational Details
Operating out of a U.S. Air Force base in Missouri, the B-2 can carry a variety of munitions, including nuclear bombs and precision-guided conventional weapons. Its crew comprises a pilot and a mission commander, both housed in the aircraft’s cockpit. The bomber’s stealth technology, combined with its advanced coatings, composite materials, and wing design, allows it to bypass enemy defenses and conduct high stakes strikes like the recent attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities.
The use of bunker-buster bombs specifically designed to penetrate deep into fortified underground facilities enabled the B-2 to target Iran’s heavily protected nuclear sites, which are built deep into mountains to evade attack. This operation marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
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