B-52 crash at Edwards occurred during test flight tied to radar upgrade for future B-52J modernisation programme
The B-52H Stratofortress that crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California on June 15 was supporting tests for a new radar central to the bomber’s modernization.
U.S. Air Force launches study of future heavy bomber options beyond upgraded B-52 Stratofortress fleet
The U.S. Air Force is preparing to examine future options for long-range strike aircraft beyond the B-52 Stratofortress, according to fiscal 2027 budget documents.
U.S. Air Force increases bomber deployment at RAF Fairford to 21 aircraft as B-1B fleet expands for Iran operations
Three additional B-1B Lancer bombers arrived at RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom on March 26, increasing the total number of U.S. bombers at the base to 21.
Report to Congress outlines evolving role, modernisation and oversight of U.S. Air Force strategic bomber fleet
A report to Congress by the Congressional Research Service states that the US Air Force currently operates three strategic bombers, the B-52 Stratofortress, B-1B Lancer and B-2 Spirit, to carry out conventional and nuclear missions.
Boeing awarded $2 billion contract to continue B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Programme
Boeing Defense Systems has been awarded a $2.04 billion task order by the U.S. Department of War to continue work on the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program.
U.S. Air Force B-52 strategic bomber completes ferry flight after installation of new AESA radar system
A B-52 Stratofortress has completed its ferry flight from Boeing’s San Antonio facility to Edwards Air Force Base after receiving a modernised radar under the B-52 Radar Modernization Program.
Alaskan Command unites B-52 bombers and USCG cutter Kimball for large-scale maritime strike exercise
Alaskan Command, operating under U.S. Northern Command, carried out simulated joint maritime strikes with two U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bombers and the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Kimball on 9 December 2025 in the Gulf of Alaska.
U.S. Air Force concludes B-52H Stratofortress mission in Europe following joint training with multiple Allies
U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers left Spain on 24 November to return to Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana, marking the end of Bomber Task Force Europe 26-1.
U.S. Air Force demonstrates American air power with B-52, F-35 and F-16 display at Dubai Airshow 2025
The Dubai Airshow 2025 opened with a strong display of American air power featuring the B-52 Stratofortress, F-35 Lightning II, F-16 Fighting Falcon and U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon.
U.S. Air Force B-52 bombers train with Finland and Sweden in NATO-led exercises across Europe and Nordic region
U.S. B-52 Stratofortress bombers have begun a new round of training in Europe, involving Sweden and Finland as part of wider coordination efforts with NATO allies.
U.S. Air Force deploys B-52 bombers to Spain for joint training to bolster NATO readiness, deterrence
U.S. Air Force B-52 aircraft from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, landed at Morón Air Base, Spain, on 8 November 2025 for Bomber Task Force Europe 26-1.
U.S. Air Force deploys B-52 Stratofortress bomber to United Kingdom for Cobra Warrior exercise
U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft from the 307th Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, arrived at Royal Air Force Fairford on 11 September 2025 to take part in Cobra Warrior 2025.