The United States has successfully completed a series of stockpile flight tests for the B61-12 nuclear gravity bomb, carried by the F-35A stealth fighter, marking a significant milestone in evaluating the weapon’s operational readiness. Conducted at the Tonopah Test Range in Nevada, these tests confirm the bomb’s compatibility with the advanced F-35 platform and validate improvements made during a recent life extension program. This program enhances the bomb’s safety features and ensures its reliability for at least 20 more years, reflecting the U.S. commitment to modernizing its nuclear arsenal. The successful completion of these tests is pivotal, reinforcing the strategic deterrence capabilities of the U.S. and its NATO allies in an evolving geopolitical landscape.