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The U.S. Air Force's B-2 Spirit is the world's only flying wing stealth bomber, capable of flying undetected across continents. With its bat-like wings and stealthy design, the aircraft fascinates young aviation enthusiasts with its futuristic look. This book explains how the B-2 uses radar-absorbing materials and a unique shape to avoid detection, and how it can carry both conventional and nuclear weapons. Readers discover its history, including its first combat missions in Kosovo and Iraq, and its role in modern warfare. Part of Creative Education's Amazing Skymasters series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, glossary terms, further reading, and an index. Explore the skies with the stealthy B-2 Spirit aircraft, in this engaging title for elementary-aged readers. Uncover how the airplane's flying wing shape and radar-evading technology make it one of the most mysterious bombers in the world. Glossary of key words Index Sources for further research Suggested websites Table of contents photo caption Soar into the world of military aviation with this thrilling new series for elementary-grade readers. Zoom through the skies with state-of-the-art fighters, bombers, and transport planes. Beautiful photos paired with informative text take future pilots and engineers on an adventure into the exciting history, innovative design, and dangerous missions of these marvels of military technology.