B-2 Stealth Bombers

B-2 Stealth Bombers
Author: Denny Von Finn
Publisher: Epic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781600148835

An introduction to the B-2 stealth bomber, covering the aircraft's military and performance abilities, and use in combat missions.

The B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber

The B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber
Author: Ole Steen Hansen
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2005-07
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780736852555

"An in-depth look at the B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber, with detailed cross-section diagrams, action photos, and fascinating facts"--Provided by publisher.

A Pictorial History of the B-2A Spirit Stealth Bomber

A Pictorial History of the B-2A Spirit Stealth Bomber
Author: Jim Goodall
Publisher: Schiffer Military History
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764350757

This is a pictorial history of Jack Northrop's dream, the B-2A Spirit, a low-observable, strategic, long-range, heavy bomber with the ability to penetrate sophisticated and dense enemy air-defense shields. It is capable of all-altitude attack missions up to 50,000 feet, with a range of more than 6,000 nautical miles (nm) unrefueled, and over 10,000 nm with one refueling, giving it the ability to fly to any point in the world within hours. Stealth technology has rendered radar systems ineffective by greatly reducing their detection ranges. After ten years of service, the B-2A finally achieved full operational capability in December 2003. An assessment published by the USAF showed that two B-2As armed with precision weaponry could do the job of seventy-five conventional aircraft.

Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit

Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit
Author: Bill Holder
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 80
Release: 1998
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764305917

It has been called the most amazing and unbelievable aircraft of the 20th century. One look at the bat-like lines of the USAF's stealthy B-2 Spirit bomber quickly confirms this. But that futuristic shape has lineage back to the 1940s when the Northrop Company designed and built the B-35 and B-49 models - aircraft that closely resembled this 1990s flying wing version. Granted, the B-2 development program has had to endure a rocky road, but it is now here, and even though in smaller numbers than many desired, it will still present a formidable presence in the 21st century.

B-2A Spirit Units in Combat

B-2A Spirit Units in Combat
Author: Thomas Withington
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 223
Release: 2012-11-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1782006893

The B-2A 'Spirit' was an aircraft conceived to fight the Cold War but which has proved invaluable to both the 'New World Order' and more recently the 'War on Terrorism'. The combination of low-observability, precision strike, range and payload flexibility has made the 'Spirit' the weapon of choice when America hits its enemies at the start of a campaign. Spirits have fired the first shots of Operation 'Allied Force' over Kosovo and Serbia, as well as operations 'Enduring Freedom' and 'Iraqi Freedom'. Despite the tremendous cost of the aircraft – each unit is literally worth its weight in gold – the B-2 has had an impact on modern warfare which has vastly exceeded this small force of 21 bombers. Developed in utmost secrecy, the B-2's gestation saw the use of new computer design and manufacturing techniques and ultra-modern synthetic materials making it the most revolutionary aircraft in terms of design and performance. This book examines these incredible aircraft.

America's Stealth Fighters and Bombers

America's Stealth Fighters and Bombers
Author: James C. Goodall
Publisher: Zenith Press
Total Pages: 128
Release: 1992
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780879386092

The first all-color tribute to these marvels of aerospce technology. Within are more than 130 full-color photographs of the planes, prototypes, cockpits, engines, and all the high-tech stealth features that make them so revolutionary.

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber
Author: John Hamilton
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1614784302

This title explores the development and use of the nearly undetectable B-2 Spirit heavy bomber. Readers will follow the history of its origins and the development of its stealth technology. Chapters detail the aircraft's military and performance specifications as well as its features and advantages in the field, such as its wing design, its concealed engines, its radar signature, and its powerful bombs. Readers will also learn about the Spirit's use in the Kosovo War, Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, and other significant combat and peacekeeping missions. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

B-2 Stealth Bombers

B-2 Stealth Bombers
Author: Denny Von Finn
Publisher: Bellwether Media
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2008-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1612117252

For missions that need immediate attention, the B-2 stealth bomber takes to the runway. This flying wing can reach any target in the world in a matter of hours. The bomberÕs flat frame is coated with a special paint that keeps the aircraft under the radar in enemy territory. Reluctant readers will jump at the chance to learn about B-2 stealth bomber technology, crews, and missions.