Northrop Grumman and the United States Air Force Academy Unveil B-21 Raider-Inspired Uniforms for 2026 Air Power Legacy Series
(Photo Credit: Northrop Grumman)
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Aug. 25, 2026 – (PHOTO RELEASE) The United States Air Force Academy is bringing the B-21 Raider to the football field for its 10th annual Air Power Legacy Series (APLS), unveiling an alternative uniform inspired by Northrop Grumman’s (NYSE: NOC) B-21 Raider, the Air Force’s new stealth bomber and world’s first sixth–generation aircraft. The uniform will debut October 3, when the Air Force Falcons face the Navy Midshipmen in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This year’s APLS design links Air Force heritage with the future of American airpower and strategic deterrence, as represented by the B-21 Raider.
The uniform draws from the bomber’s distinctive shape, stealth and advanced technology, with Air Force aviation details woven throughout the design. The B-21 design will also be featured on merchandise and around Falcon Stadium.
Tom Jones, corporate vice president and president, Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems: “There’s something powerful about seeing the future of American airpower represented on the uniforms of cadets who are themselves the future of our Air Force. The B-21 Raider is designed to evolve and stay ahead of future threats, giving our Airmen a decisive advantage against any adversary. As we accelerate production to deliver this warfighting capability, these uniforms celebrate the partnership between Northrop Grumman and the U.S. Air Force in support of the B-21 and its critical mission.”
-
The B-21 Raider is a sixth-generation, long-range, penetrating strike aircraft that will form the backbone of America’s future bomber force.
-
Built for high-threat environments, the B-21 will deliver survivable, adaptable, and networked strike capability that restores deterrence and modernizes the force.
-
The B-21 integrates advanced stealth, resilient networking, and a modern, data-driven command and control architecture — ensuring the Joint Force retains a decisive advantage in an increasingly complex battlespace.
-
Multiple B-21 Raider aircraft are currently in flight test, demonstrating outstanding performance that meets expectations. The Combined Test Force, composed of Northrop Grumman and Air Force personnel, is a shining example of how government and industry can partner to deliver capability to the warfighter with speed and efficiency.