The enhanced B-52 platform is expected to play a critical role in the Air Force’s bomber strategy for years to come.

The US Air Force B-52H Stratofortress is a long-range, heavy bomber capable of various missions. It can fly at high subsonic speeds at altitudes of up to 50,000 feet and carry 70,000 pounds of nuclear ...

The B-52 Stratofortress can carry up to 70,000 pounds of ordinance, surpassing other US bombers. Originally equipped with a defensive cannon, B-52s were later modified to carry cruise missiles.