Here’s what you need to know about the world’s most expensive plane

The Northrop Grumman B-2 'Spirit' has been the world's most expensive aircraft since 1997. The aircraft started with $737 million as the initial cost. Later, it got inducted into the United States Air Force; ever since, it has been enjoying the label of the world’s most expensive aircraft.

Now, the aircraft, as a finished product, with all programming details done, stands at a whopping $2.13 billion. As per the initial plan, 132 B-2 aircrafts were to be produced. But later, the number got reduced to 21. The B-2 stealth bomber has made quite a name and fame for itself. Its part in popular Hollywood movies comes to mind. The aircraft featured in a number of movies, including Independence Day, Iron Man 2, Rampage and the latest, Captain Marvel.


In case you were wondering, the most expensive private jet is owned by an Uzbek-Russian businessman Alisher Usmanov. The private jet costs around $ 350-500 million. The Northrop Grumman B-2 'Spirit' is way ahead.

1. How many Northrop Grumman B-2 'Spirit' aircraft are there in the world?
   There are currently 21 Northrop Grumman B-2 'Spirit' aircraft in the world. The Northrop Grumman B-2 'Spirit' is a stealth bomber.
2. Is Northrop Grumman B-2 'Spirit' currently in use?
   The United States Airforce is its primary user.
3. Who holds the record for longest air combat mission in history?
   The Northrop Grumman B-2 stealth bomber holds the record for longest air combat mission in history. It was a 44-hour long mission in Afghanistan.