The Boeing B52 Stratofortress is a long range bomber that entered U.S. Air Force service in 1955. It is one of the longest serving military aircraft in history.
Built during the Cold War, the B52 has flown missions in Vietnam, the Gulf War, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
Still Flying
Upgrades to engines and electronics are planned to keep the B52 flying for decades more, meaning some crews fly the same airframes their grandparents might have flown.
Ohio Connection
A B52 is on display at the National Museum of the United States Air Force near Dayton.
See It in Person
Ohio is a great place to see military history up close. The National Museum of the United States Air Force near Dayton is free and displays hundreds of aircraft, and local veterans memorials, county historical societies, and VFW and American Legion posts across the state often display vehicles and artifacts. Thank a veteran when you visit.
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