B 52 Collection

USA, Colorado, Colorado Springs, United States Air Force Academy, Vietnam War-era
USA, Colorado, Colorado Springs, United States Air Force Academy, Vietnam War B-52 bomber display

A B-52 Stratofortress in flight over the Pacific Ocean
November 12, 2008 - A B-52 Stratofortress in flight over the Pacific Ocean

Boeing YB-52 Stratofortress 49-0231 (msn 16249). The second B-52, initially ordered as an XB-52 and made the first B-52 flight on 15 April 1952, due to XB-52 49-230 having a hydraulic snag

Boeing B-52 Stratofortress. A Fuel Maintenance specialist carrying out maintenance on a 3, 000 US Gallon (2498 Imp.Gallon, 11356 litre) under-wing tank. Date: circa 1960

Boeing B-52s
Boeing B-52 corner, at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. Date: circa 1980

McDonnell Douglas X-36 Tailless Fighter Agility Research Aircraft A/Vnumber 1, on display at the National Museum of the United States Air Force at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio

Boeing B-52D Stratofortress 56-0689 (msn 464060) at the Imperial War Museum Duxford. before construction of the American Air Museum building

Boeing B-52 Stratofortress
USAF Boeing B-52 Stratofortress Date: 1950s

Calamity Jane B-52D bomber located at Battleship Memorial Park, Mobile, Alabama, USA

X-24B on Lakebed
The X-24B is seen here on the lakebed at the NASA Dryden Flight Research Center, Edwards, California. The X-24B was the last aircraft to fly in Drydens Lifting Body program

X-24A Powered Flight Drop from B-52
The X-24A lifting-body research aircraft begins its rocket-powered flight after being launched from the wing of NASAs B-52 mothership during a 1970 research flight

M2-F3 In-Flight Launch from the B-52 Mothership
This photo shows the M2-F3 lifting body being launched from NASAs B- 52 mothership at the NASA Flight Research Center (FRC--now the Dryden Flight Research Center), Edwards, California

USA, Colorado, Denver, Wings over the Rockies, Air and Space Museum, B-52 bomber

A Boeing B-52 Stratofortress of the U. S. Air Force
A Boeing B-52 Stratofortress of the U.S. Air Force gets airborne from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

A B-52 Stratofortress heavy bomber of the U. S. Air Force
A B-52 Stratofortress heavy bomber of the U.S. Air Force takes off from Fairford Air Force Base, United Kingdom

Pratt & Whitney engines TF33 of the B-52H Stratofortress

A B-52 Stratofortress deploys its drag chute
April 16, 2009 - A B-52 Stratofortress deploys its drag chute while landing at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, after a training mission

Pilots at the controls of a B-52 Stratofortress
August 21, 2006 - Pilots are ready in the lower deck of a B-52 Stratofortress at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota

A B-52 Stratofortress bomber refuels during a close-air-support mission
Over Afghanistan - A B-52 Stratofortress bomber refuels during a close-air-support mission. The KC-135 Stratotanker transfers fuel to the bomber at about 16 gallons per second

A B-52H Stratofortress bomber of the Air Force Reserve arriving at the NATO days in Ostrava, Czech Republic

A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a B-52 Stratofortress over the Indian Ocean

A U. S. Air Force aircrew prepares a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft for a mission
Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, February 9, 2010 - A U.S. Air Force aircrew prepares a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft for a mission in support of Exercise Cope North

Exterior view of the B-52 Stratofortress flight simulator
Exterior view of the B-52 Stratofortress aircraft Combat Mission Trainer flight simulator

A U. S. Air Force maintenance crew performs post flight checks on a B-52 Stratofortress
Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, February 15, 2010 - A U.S. Air Force maintenance crew performs post flight checks on a B-52 Stratofortress after a mission in support of exercise Cope North. The U.S

A B-52 Stratofortress takes off from Nellis Air Force Base
March 4, 2014 - A B-52 Stratofortress takes off during Red Flag 14-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

A B-52H Stratofortress refuels with a KC-135R Stratotanker of the Mississippi Air National Guard during a training sortie over Louisiana

A B-52H Stratofortress
Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska June 23, 2009 - A B-52H Stratofortress takes off from Eielson Air Force Base during Northern Edge 2009

A KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft refuels a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft over the Pacific
July 10, 2010 - A KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft refuels a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft over the Pacific Ocean during a sortie in support of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2010

A B-52 Stratofortress moves into position to receive fuel
January 9, 2009 - A B-52 Stratofortress moves into position to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean during an exercise

A U. S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft leads a formation of aircraft
February 15, 2010 - A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft leads a formation of two F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, two Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) F-2 fighter aircraft, two U.S

AN / aQ-28(V) LITENING targeting pod on a B-52H
Close-up of an AN/aQ-28(V) LITENING targeting pod on a B-52H Stratofortress of the Air Force Reserve

A B-17G Flying Fortress participates in a heritage flight with a B-52H Stratofortress
May 12, 2006 - A B-17G Flying Fortress nicknamed Thunderchief participates in a heritage flight with a B-52H Stratofortress at the 2006 Defenders of Liberty Airshow at Barksdale Air Force Base

A B-52 Stratofortress leads a formation of aircraft over Guam
February 10, 2009 - A B-52 Stratofortress leads a formation of Japanese Air Self Defense Force F-2s, United States Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons

A B-52 aircraft flight simulator used for pilot and co-pilot training

A U. S. Air Force B-52G Stratofortress prepares for landing
A U.S. Air Force B-52G Stratofortress from 2nd Bomb Wing, prepares for landing at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, during exercise Red Falg 2016-2

A B-52 Stratofortress receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over Afghanistan

A U. S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress in flight
February 12, 2010 - A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft takes off from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, during Exercise Cope North. Aircraft and personnel from the U.S

A Boeing B-52H Stratofortress prepares for landing
November 8, 2012 - A Boeing B-52H Stratofortress prepares for landing at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

Test Model Of Skybolt Missiles
Wichita, Kansas: 1959. Test models of Douglas Aircraft Skybolt missiles nestle under a B-52 wing at Boeing Aircrafts Wichita Division

Boeing B-52 landing in Moscow
B-52 landing. A Boeing B-52 Stratofortress bomber of the US Air Force lands in Moscow. It trails a large parachute used to slow it down after touchdown

Old B-52 bombs used in town, Xieng Khuang Province, Phonsavan, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

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The iconic B-52 Stratofortress, a symbol of American military might, has a rich history that spans decades. This legendary aircraft, manufactured by Boeing, played a crucial role in various significant events. Originating from the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, the B-52 became synonymous with the Vietnam War-era. Its powerful presence and strategic capabilities made it an integral part of US military operations during this tumultuous time. With its distinctive silhouette soaring through the skies over the Pacific Ocean, the B-52 commanded attention and instilled fear in its adversaries. Its long-range capabilities allowed it to carry out missions with precision and efficiency. Not only did the B-52 serve as a formidable bomber during times of conflict, but it also played a vital role in scientific endeavors. The NASA X-38 V-131 was mounted under its wing as a mothership during open days at Edwards Air Force Base around 2000. This partnership showcased the versatility and adaptability of this remarkable aircraft. Preserving history for future generations to admire is important; thus, exhibits like McDonnell Douglas X-36 Tailless Fighter Agility Research Aircraft A/Vnumber 1 were put on display at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base's National Museum of the United States Air Force near Dayton, Ohio. These artifacts allow visitors to appreciate not only their historical significance but also their technological advancements. Amongst these notable variations is the Boeing YB-52 Stratofortress 49-0231 and Boeing B-52D Stratofortress 56-0689 - each contributing to different eras within aviation history. Their presence serves as reminders of past achievements while inspiring innovation for future developments. Today, enthusiasts can witness firsthand these magnificent machines at Wings over Rockies' Air and Space Museum in Denver, Colorado. The sight of an actual B-52 bomber ignites awe among visitors who marvel at its sheer size and engineering brilliance.