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The New ‘Super’ B-1B Lancer Bomber Has Just 1 Mission

Key Points and Summary - The U.S. Air Force is upgrading the B-1B Lancer with external Load Adaptable Modular (LAM) pylons, restoring hardpoints and adding up to ~45,000 lbs of extra ordnance capacity ...
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5 Reasons the B-1B Lancer Bomber Is Headed to the ‘Boneyard’ for Good

Key Points and Summary - After nearly 40 years of service, the B-1B Lancer is heading for retirement in the 2030s. -The Air Force cites aging, fatigue-prone airframes and soaring maintenance that’s ...
The Aviationist

Boeing Secures Contract to Equip B-1B Bomber with New Pylons

The B-1B Lancer bomber will be able to use up to six Load Adaptable Modular pylons under the fuselage to carry heavy standoff munitions and hypersonic weapons. The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a ...
Forbes

The Air Force's B-1B Lancer Is Still Flying, But Not For Much Longer

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Suciu covers trends in the world of aerospace and defense. The B-1Bs continue to serve in a bomber role with the Air Force.