The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is an American long-range, subsonic, jet-powered strategic bomber. The B-52 was designed and built by Boeing, which has continued to provide support and upgrades.

For more than 60 years, B-52s have been the backbone of the strategic bomber force for the United States. The B-52 is capable of dropping or launching the widest array of weapons in the U.S. inventory. This includes gravity bombs, cluster bombs, precision guided missiles and joint direct attack munitions.

The B-52 is the most combat capable bomber in the U.S. inventory. Due to its high mission-capable rate, large payload, long range, persistence and ability to employ both nuclear and conventional precision standoff weapons, the B-52 continues to be a critical contributor to the U.S. National Security Strategy.

Mar 9, 2025 · Another shot of the formation, showing the B-52 in level flight, with the F-15I and F-35I banking right. (Image credit: U.S. CENTCOM) A previous mission involved two of the four B-52s deployed to ...

For more than 40 years B-52 Stratofortresses have been the backbone of the manned strategic bomber force for the United States. The B-52 is capable of dropping or launching the widest array of weapons in the U.S. inventory.

Feb 25, 2025 · B-52, U.S. long-range heavy bomber, designed by the Boeing Company in 1948, first flown in 1952, and first delivered for military service in 1955.

Jan 26, 2024 · The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is the backbone of the US Air Force's long-range intercontinental strategic bombing force. The aircraft has an impressive payload and combat range, making it a dynamic and enduring asset.

Sep 6, 2024 · The B-52H is the US Air Force’s (USAF) long-range, large-payload multirole bomber, commonly known as the Stratofortress or the Buff (big ugly fat fellow). The bomber serves as the USAF’s principal strategic nuclear and conventional weapons platform.

One of the most recognizable aircraft in the world and an icon of the United States’ Cold War deterrent, the B-52 Stratofortress was for decades the U.S. Air Force’s primary strategic nuclear...

For more than 60 years, B-52s have been the backbone of the strategic bomber force for the United States. The B-52 is capable of dropping or launching the widest array of weapons in the U.S. inventory.