This is a 1/32nd scale model of the Northrop B-2 bomber. Built by Robert Wisswell using a Gene Young wooden master that was corrected to be as accurate as possible. When the wood master was built it was intentionally wrong to fool any competitors.

The B-2 Spirit, often referred to as the “Stealth Bomber,” is a highly advanced, long-range strategic bomber aircraft used by the United States Air Force (USAF). It is known for its distinctive flying wing design and advanced stealth technology, making it one of the most iconic and secretive aircraft in the U.S. military inventory.

Here are some key features and details about the B-2 Stealth Bomber:

1. Stealth Technology: The B-2 is designed with advanced stealth technology that reduces its radar cross-section, making it extremely difficult for enemy radar systems to detect, track, and target the aircraft. This allows it to operate deep within heavily defended airspace without being easily detected.
2. Flying Wing Design: The B-2 has a flying wing design, which means it lacks a traditional tail section and fuselage. Its shape contributes to its radar-absorbing properties and enhances its aerodynamic efficiency.
3. Long Range: The B-2 has an intercontinental range, which means it can fly long distances without refueling. This enables it to carry out global strike missions and reach targets anywhere in the world.
4. Payload Capacity: It can carry a variety of precision-guided munitions, including nuclear and conventional bombs. It has the flexibility to carry different combinations of weapons, depending on the mission requirements.
5. All-Weather Capability: The B-2 is equipped with advanced navigation and targeting systems that allow it to operate in all weather conditions, day or night.
6. Nuclear Deterrence: One of its primary roles is providing nuclear deterrence for the United States as part of the country’s nuclear triad, which also includes land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) and submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs).
7. Limited Fleet: The U.S. Air Force has a limited number of B-2 Spirit bombers in its inventory due to their high cost and specialized capabilities. The exact number of operational B-2s is classified, but it is estimated to be around 20-30 aircraft.
8. Secrecy and Classification: Much of the technology and capabilities of the B-2 remain classified. The U.S. military and government have maintained a high level of secrecy around the aircraft, given its strategic importance.

The B-2 Spirit has played a critical role in U.S. military strategy, particularly in the areas of nuclear deterrence and global precision strike capabilities. Its stealth and long-range capabilities make it a formidable asset in modern warfare, and it represents one of the most advanced and iconic aircraft in the world.