Ellsworth bombers that temporarily moved to Texas will return throughout the week.
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"Several" Lancers have temporarily moved to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, to maintain readiness.
The Pentagon said the "mature" plans for producing the Northrop Grumman-made bomber also contributed to its decision to move forward with production.
The B-21 flew to the California location in November 2023 and has since carried out an undisclosed number of test flights.
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Lancer flights are on hold until at least Jan. 19.
The mishap is the Air Force's first major aircraft safety incident of 2024.
The mishap occurred as the aircraft was attempting to land at Ellsworth Air Force Base, officials said.
By Tara Copp, AP
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