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Jun 19, 2024 · A B-52 Stratofortress takes off from the island of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, March 26, 2024. (Master Sgt. Staci Kasischke/Air Force) Life aboard the military’s oldest bombers could ...
4 days ago · June 25, 2024 | By Unshin Lee Harpley. Two B-52 bombers from Barksdale Air Force Base flew a mission in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility last week, a relatively rare trip below the equator. The Air Force released photos of the long-range bombers from the 2nd Bomb Wing in flight, as well as a KC-135 from the 6th Air Refueling ...
Jun 18, 2024 · June 18, 2024 | By John A. Tirpak. Initial operational capability for the B-52 J— the new designation for the bomber after extensive re-engining and upgrade programs —won’t be achieved until 2033. The three-year delay is due to issues both with its new engines and new radar, the Government Accountability Office said in a new report.
Jun 18, 2024 · Summary. B-52J delayed to 2033 due to funding and design activities underestimates. B-52s to fly until at least 2050 with new engines for improved fuel economy and range. B-52 to outlive B-1 and B-2 bombers, and will receive AESA radars for improved situational awareness. While "old but gold" is a moniker that could very appropriately describe ...
Jun 13, 2024 · Let's take a look at some of this illustrious aircraft's most defining missions. Operation Linebacker II nearly won Vietnam War. Operation Arc Light provided tactical victories for B-52 crews. Operation Desert Storm: B-52's carpet-bombing had psychological impact in defeating Saddam's Republican Guards.
Jun 20, 2024 · B-52 modernisations delayed until 2033. By Ryan Finnerty 20 June 2024. Modernisations to the US Air Force (USAF) fleet of Boeing B-52 heavy bombers have been delayed again, with the latest B-52J ...