#B52 #USAF #Bombers #Fairford
We were on our way to Sanicole airshow and stopped off to catch these two B52s take off!
The U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft arrived in the U.S. European Command area of responsibility on August 18th, 2022.
the B-52H Stratofortress is a long-range, heavy bomber that can perform a variety of missions.
The bomber is capable of flying at high subsonic speeds at altitudes of up to 50,000 feet.
It can carry nuclear or precision guided conventional ordnance with worldwide precision navigation capability. In a conventional conflict, the B-52 can perform strategic attack, close-air support, air interdiction, offensive counter-air and maritime operations.
The U.S. Air Force adds that Bomber Task Force missions are routinely conducted across the European continent, underscoring NATO’s commitment to deterring adversary aggression towards the Alliance.
