The Hidden Secrets of the B-2: The World’s Deadliest Stealth Bomber

What makes the B-2 nearly undetectable is not just its shape. The real secret lies in its surface coating and advanced materials. The aircraft is covered with a radar-absorbent paint that doesn’t reflect radar waves like traditional metal surfaces. Instead, it absorbs those waves, drastically reducing its radar cross-section. Even if it appears on radar, it shows up as a tiny speck—more like a bird than a bomber. After every mission, maintenance crews spend hours inspecting and repairing this coating to ensure its effectiveness remains intact. A single scratch can compromise the aircraft’s stealth.