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Why the B-52 Stratofortress is poised to reach a century of flying

The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has already been in service for 71 years, while the oldest B-52 airframes in USAF service are now 66 years old. This is far older than almost any aircraft in the world ...
The National Interest

The B-52 Bomber Will Become 1 of the Most Advanced ‘Combat Platforms’ on Earth

Summary and Key Points: The U.S. Air Force is upgrading its B-52 Stratofortress, ensuring the 70-year-old bomber remains a key player in modern warfare. The upgrades include new engines and the ...
The National Interest

What’s So Great About the B-52 Bomber’s Next Engine?

In the near future, the US Air Force’s B-52 bombers will be equipped with Rolls-Royce F130 turbofan engines, dramatically expanding their range. The B-52 Stratofortress first flew in the 1950s, yet it ...
Forbes

First Cold War-Era B-52 Upgraded With 21st Century Radar System

Aircrew from the 419th Flight Test Squadron at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., land a B-52 Stratofortress following its ferry flight from Boeing’s San Antonio facility on Dec. 8, 2025. The aircraft, ...