The landing gear of a C-5 Galaxy collapsed as the massive airlifter was preparing to take off from Charleston AFB, S.C., on July 14, according to The State newspaper. The Air Force reported there were no injuries to those onboard. The C-5 is assigned to Dover AFB, Del.
Expanded production of the B-21 bomber can be accomplished at Northrop Grumman's existing Palmdale, Calif., facilities, the Air Force said. It also said test aircraft will be so simular to the production version that early examples could be used in combat if called for.