The B-52: US Continues Use of 1960s Plane for Bombing Enemies

The B-52 Stratofortress bomber, a key aircraft for Washington DC, has been in service with the US Air Force since 1961. Equipped with new engines by Rolls-Royce, these bombers will remain in operation until the 2050s. With impressive firepower and a range of 8,800 miles, the B-52 has been utilized in various conflicts, including Vietnam, the Gulf War, and against ISIS in Syria and Iraq. Recently deployed against Iran, the B-52H’s presence serves as a diplomatic tool and a veiled threat.

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