How to spot it
A swing-wing bomber with a blended wing and fuselage, four engines in paired pods under the wing and a tall fin.
Often confused with
Tupolev Tu-22M
The Tu-22M has big rectangular side intakes; the B-1 has engines in pods under the wing roots.
Rockwell B-1 Lancer vs Tupolev Tu-22M: side by sideDetails
| Maker | Rockwell |
|---|---|
| Type | Military aircraft |
| ICAO code | B1 |
| First flight | 1974 |
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