The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range, subsonic, jet-powered strategic bomber. The B-52 was designed and built by Boeing, which has continued to provide support and upgrades. It has been operated by the United States Air Force (USAF) since the 1950s. The bomber is capable of carrying up to 70,000 pounds (32,000 kg) of weapons. Check out some facts below!
1) The B-52’s first flight was April 15, 1952 – over 63 years ago.
2) The B-52 was designed to carry nuclear weapons during the Cold War, but it has only carried conventional ordnance in combat.
