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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:stealth_technology
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gptkbp:air_traffic_control
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deployed in various conflicts
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gptkbp:aircraft_configuration
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flying wing design
stealth technology and advanced aerodynamics
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gptkbp:aircraft_operated
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5.1 m
precision strike capabilities
20.9 m
symbol of U. S. air power
105,000 lb empty weight
developed during the Cold War
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gptkbp:aircraft_role
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strategic bombing
strategic long-range bombing missions
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gptkbp:aircraft_type
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gptkb:bomber
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gptkbp:armament
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gptkb:nuclear_weapons
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gptkbp:avionics
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advanced avionics systems
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gptkbp:combat_debut
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gptkb:1999
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gptkbp:combat_role
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precision bombing
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gptkbp:crew
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2
2 pilots
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gptkbp:design
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gptkb:Northrop_Corporation
flying wing
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gptkbp:design_purpose
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penetrate dense anti-aircraft defenses
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gptkbp:engine
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gptkb:General_Electric_F118-GE-100
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gptkbp:engine_type
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turbofan
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gptkbp:first_flight
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gptkb:1989
gptkb:1993
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Northrop B-2 family
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gptkbp:length
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69.0 ft
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gptkbp:maintenance
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low maintenance requirements
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:Northrop_Grumman
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gptkbp:max_speed
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630 mph
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gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight
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336,500 lb
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gptkbp:military_operations
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gptkb:Operation_Allied_Force
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gptkbp:navigation_system
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GPS-guided munitions
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gptkbp:nickname
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gptkb:Spirit
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gptkbp:number_built
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gptkb:21
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gptkbp:number_of_engines
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gptkb:4
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gptkbp:operational_range
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6,000 miles
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gptkbp:operational_status
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active
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gptkbp:payload_capacity
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40,000 lb
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gptkbp:price
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$737 million
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gptkbp:primary_user
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gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
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gptkbp:related_aircraft
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gptkb:Northrop_B-2_Spirit
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gptkbp:role
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gptkb:bomber
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gptkbp:service_ceiling
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50,000 ft
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gptkbp:squadrons
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20 aircraft in service
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gptkbp:stealth_features
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yes
low observable
radar-absorbent materials
minimize radar cross-section
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gptkbp:support
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close air support
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gptkbp:survivability
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high survivability
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gptkbp:training
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extensive pilot training
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gptkbp:wing_area
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5,000 sq ft
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gptkbp:wingspan
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172.0 ft
larger than a Boeing 747
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gptkbp:year_established
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gptkb:1997
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:B-2_Spirit
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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