modern

In the years after WWII, the number of military aircraft which were produced in the United States sharply decreased. Some aircraft that remained after the war were kept in service for some years; however, the advances in the design and technology made it necessary not to produce as many aircraft. This was because the technology was more efficient and cost much more money. Advances in the technology of the weapons which were to be carried on the Bombers also improved. New technology allowed more modern Bombers to fly farther and higher than many of their predecessors. The weapons and fuel payloads of modern Bombers also increased. More advanced avionics and the quick advances in radar technology quickly made the development of fewer, more efficient aircraft a reality. Below are the production statistics of the Bomber and Fighter/Bombers of the post war and modern eras in the United States:

Designation	Class	Builder	Built
B-36 Peacemaker	Bomber	Convair	381
B-45C Toronado	Bomber	North American	142
B-47E Stratojet	Bomber	Boeing	1200 approx.
B-52 Stratofortress	Bomber	Boeing	750 approx
B-58 Hustler	Bomber	Convair	116
B-57 Canberra	Bomber	Martin	403
B-1B Lancer	Bomber	Rockwell	84
B-2 Spirit	Bomber	Northrop	20 planned
F-101 Voodoo	Fighter/Bomber	McDonnell	407
F-105 Thunderchief	Fighter/Bomber	Republic	610
		Total Approximation	4113