Rockwell/Boeing B-1B Lancer

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24 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

B1 lancer not on radar apps

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AeroPhile · 24 Apr 2026

Stunning!

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Aircraft

B-1B Lancer B1

Military low-visibility gray

Manufacturer

Rockwell/Boeing

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner, Military Maverick

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Location

B1 lancer westbury

RNAS Yeovilton · YEO/EGDY

51.2614, -2.1834

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RNAS Yeovilton YEO

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Aviation History

The B-1B Lancer is a strategic long-range, variable-sweep wing heavy bomber used by the United States Air Force since 1986; famous for its supersonic speed and swing-wing design.

Fleet Rarity

Fewer than 50 B-1B Lancers remain active in the USAF, all operated by the U.S. Air Force.

Record Flights

Has flown long-duration strike and deterrence missions, including non-stop intercontinental flights; renowned for both Cold War era patrols and modern deployments.

Safety & Events

The B-1B has a record of both operational achievements and a number of non-fatal incidents including emergency landings and engine failures, but no fatal crashes in recent years.

Future Outlook

Being retired gradually, set to be fully retired by mid-2030s; some airframes sent to museums or used for parts.

Specifications

General Electric F101-GE-102

Engine

41.8 m (variable geometry; min 23.1 m, max 41.8 m)

Wingspan

44.5 m

Length

12,000 km (ferry); approx 5,500 km combat radius

Range

960 km/h (high subsonic), Mach 1.25 max

Speed

Crew: 4; Bomb load: up to 34,000 kg

Capacity

216,365 kg

MTOW

10.4 m

Height

4 x 137.8 kN (each)

Thrust

Not rated under ICAO civil standards (military)

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