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Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit specs, size & range

The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit (ICAO code B2) is a landplane with 4 jet engines in the heavy wake-turbulence category. It is a 52.4 m wingspan.

Landplane with 4 jet engines Wake category: Heavy Airliners & big jets
Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit
Photo: Jonathan Cutrer · source · CC BY 2.0

B-2 Spirit specifications

Wingspan
52.43 m (172.0 ft)
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Approach speed
140 kn (259 km/h)
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The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit is a landplane with 4 jet engines built by Northrop Grumman. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code B2. It belongs to the heavy wake-turbulence category, so aircraft landing or taking off behind it must keep extra separation.

B-2 Spirit size and dimensions

The B-2 Spirit is has a wingspan of 52.43 m.

B-2 Spirit speed and range

On final approach it flies at around 140 knots (259 km/h).

Aircraft similar to the B-2 Spirit

Comparable airliners & big jets include Boeing E-767, Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, Boeing 767-200 and Airbus A300B.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit?

B2 — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

How big is the Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit?

Wingspan 52.43 m.

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