General · 21 March 2026
Are drones taking over—or do stealth bombers still rule the skies?
Debate is growing over the role of advanced aircraft like the B-21 Raider and the proposed F-47 in increasingly drone-heavy battlefields. Experts argue these platforms remain critical due to their range, survivability and ability to carry complex payloads. Rather than replacing them, drones are expected to operate alongside crewed aircraft, creating integrated combat networks where each system performs specialised roles.
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