Tag: B-52

Perfect Plane: With New Engines, B-52 Stratofortress Could Remain in Service Until 2097

Post author By Web McMaster
Post date February 22, 2021
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Re-engining the B-52, which first flew in 1952, could keep it in service until 2097, according to engine manufacturer GE. Is the B.U.F.F. just the perfect military airframe?

Tags B-52, Bill Whittle, Pentagon, Right Angle, Scott Ott, Stephen Green