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How rude, I'm trying to get the Osprey with a fish and this huge plane photo bombed it. I think it's a B-17 Bomber.
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A Northrop B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber from the 509th Bomb Wing based out of Whiteman AFB, MO performs a fly-by during the 2011 Thunder Over Michigan Air Show at the Yankee Air Museum (Willow Run Airport) in Ypsilanti, Michigan on Saturday July 23, 2011.
That is a very good question - how do you photograph a stealth B-2 - the pilot cannot be any good or is this year's RIAT a special event for the USA. { 75th Anniversary maybe? } Anyway it flew directly overhead at one point so here is the underside view.
Bet the crew got better photos of us that we did of their amazing looking wing plane.
I went along today on a spouse incentive flight to refuel a B-2 bomber. Thank you to the 127th ARW for helping us out.
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We live about 30 minutes from Whiteman AFB, where the Stealth Bombers are housed, and get to seem them fairly frequently
The U.S. Air Force’s B-2 stealth bomber is a key component of the nation’s long-range strike arsenal, and one of the most survivable aircraft in the world. Its unique stealth characteristics allow it to penetrate the most sophisticated enemy defenses.
B-2 Technical Details
‧ Type: Strategic, long-range heavy bomber with low-observable technology and all-altitude capability to penetrate the most sophisticated air defenses in nuclear and conventional missions
‧ Power Plant: Four General Electric F118-GE-100 turbofans, each 17,300 lbs. thrust.
‧ Crew: Two (pilot and mission commander)
‧ Combat Ceiling: 50,000 feet
‧ Range: 6,000 nautical miles (unrefueled) 10,000 nautical miles with one refueling
‧ Maximum Gross Takeoff Weight: 336,500 lbs.
And...10 Cool Facts about the B-2
B-2 Technical Details
1 – It's an Engineering Marvel – To bring the B-2 to life, Northrop Grumman had to invent all components from scratch. That list included tools, a software laboratory, composite materials, special test equipment, and 3-D modeling and computer systems. Related manufacturing processes were also created.
2 – Why it’s No. #1 – When the U.S. must go to war, the B-2 is there on the first night. The B-2 went into enemy territory on Night One in support of Operation Allied Force (Serbia); Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan); Operation Iraqi Freedom (Iraq) and twice in Libya in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn and Operation Odyssey Lightning. The B-2, one of the most survivable aircraft in the world, is the only aircraft to combine long-range, stealth and a heavy payload on a single platform.
3 – Legendary Combat Debut – The B-2 saw its first operational use during Operation Allied Force. Two B-2s flew more than 31 hours from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri to Kosovo. They attacked multiple targets, then flew directly back. The B-2s flew less than 1 percent of the total missions, yet destroyed 33 percent of the targets during the first eight weeks of conflict.
4 – Beast Mode: Longest Aerial Combat Mission in History – The B-2 holds the record for longest air combat mission in history. In 2001, the Spirit of America and five other B-2s were the first to enter Afghan airspace for a record setting 44-hour mission. The aircraft’s performance is even more impressive in that the B-2 made a quick pit stop for a 45-minute crew and service change with engines still running. It then flew back to Missouri for another 30-hour flight for a total of more than 70 consecutive hours.
5 – Red Carpet Realness – When Hollywood needs a “super bomber” to make a cameo and fight off a giant monster or an alien invasion, the red carpet is rolled out for the B-2. With an unmistakable silhouette and flying wing design, it’s easily one of the most recognized aircraft in the world. It has appeared in movies including “Independence Day,” “Armageddon,” “Iron Man 2,” “Cloverfield,” “Airplanes,” “Rampage” and, most recently, “Captain Marvel.”
6 – The Team Today – Northrop Grumman continues to upgrade and enhance the B-2’s capabilities, and service every B-2 aircraft. From the extensive programmed depot maintenance that ranges from the complete restoration of the jet’s exterior surfaces to software engineering, testing and development. Our employees also lead vehicle engineering, logistics and product support for the aircraft.
7 – Dimensions – The B-2 is 69 feet long, 17 feet high and has a wingspan of 172 feet, half the length of a football field.
8 – High Subsonic – The B-2 can reach a high subsonic speed and can also reach an altitude of more 50,000 feet.
9 – Intercontinental Range – The B-2 can travel 6,000 nautical miles without refueling and 10,000 nautical miles with only one refueling. It can reach any point in the world within hours.
10 – Payload – A B-2 can carry a payload of 20 tons.
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Camera - Nikon D5200 (handheld)
Lens – Nikkor 18-300mm Zoom
ISO – 100
Aperture – f/5.6
Exposure – 1/400 second
Focal Length – 300mm
The original RAW file was processed with Adobe Camera Raw and final adjustments were made with Photoshop CS6.
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A US Airforce B2 Stealth Bomber 'Spirit Of New York' landing at a very damp and dark Fairford to go on static display during the The Royal International Air Tattoo 2012 airshow.
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Very rarely seen close up in the UK this B2 stealth bomber, apparently the most expensive of this type of aircraft flew right over for a flypast , loop and fly back on the Sunday of RIAT 2017.
The Northrop_Grumman _B-2 _Spirit - it has four GE F118 GE100 jet engines giving a thrust of up to 17,300 lbs each, the plane is huge at 172ft wide, 69ft deep and 17 ft high. The paint and panels are able to absorb radar to some extent but need remedial work after being flown.
It was escorted by two wingmen - fighter planes!!
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Northrup Grumman B-2 Stealth Bomber AV-20 "Spirit of Pennsylvania" (93-1087) 2016 Rose Parade Fly-Over. (01/01/16)
We live about 30 minutes from Whiteman AFB, where the Stealth Bombers are housed, and get to seem them fairly frequently
PACIFIC OCEAN, (June 18, 2006) – USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) and USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) carrier strike groups steam in formation during a joint photo exercise (PHOTOEX) in preparation for Valiant Shield 2006. The PHOTOEX featured 14 ships as well as 17 aircraft from Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corp including a B2 bomber. The Kitty Hawk Carrier Strike Group is currently participating in Valiant Shield 2006, the largest joint exercise in recent history. Held in the Guam operating area (June 19-23), the exercise involves 28 Naval vessels including three carrier strike groups, more than 300 aircraft and more than 20,000 service members from the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. Official U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd Class Jarod Hodge.
We live about 30 minutes from Whiteman AFB, where the Stealth Bombers are housed, and get to seem them fairly frequently
Northrup Grumman B-2 Stealth Bomber AV-20 "Spirit of Pennsylvania" (93-1087) 2016 Rose Parade Fly-Over. (01/01/16)
Memorial Park at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri is located just inside the main gate, now known as Spirit Gate. It commemorates wars participated by the 509th Bomb Wing (509 BW), which is part of the Eighth Air Force of the Air Force Global Strike Command, and operates the B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber. The wars commemorated include Operation Allied Freedom (March 24th thru May 21st, 1999 - 47 missions, 656 weapons), Operation Enduring Freedom (October 6th thru October 11th, 2001 - 6 missions, 64 weapons), and Operation Iraqi Freedom (March 20th thru April 8th, 2003 - 41 missions, 676 weapons).
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
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The mighty Spirit of Alaska makes a beautiful pass at the Selfridge ANGB Open House and Airshow 2024. The pilots definitely wanted to show her off as she was as low as I’ve ever seen one.
I went along today on a spouse incentive flight to refuel a B-2 bomber. Thank you to the 127th ARW for helping us out.
Red Flag 13-3 is *huge*. Recovery took nearly two hours this afternoon, the last of the big stuff landing after the sun was gone.
A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit bomber aircraft prepares to launch for an afternoon training mission during RED FLAG-Alaska 12-3 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Aug. 6, 2012. The B-2 is a multi-role bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Miguel Lara III)
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The “Spirit of Alaska” departs the airspace over Selfridge ANGB MI heading out to the unknown. What an absolutely fascinating piece of machinery. It brings out quite the crowd when it makes its seldom appearance’s.