Why B-52 Will Outlive Everything

[dexter]

The B-52 continues to keep its place in the clouds by being upgraded periodically. The B-52 first flew all the way back in 1955, and continues to do so today.

 

[Bilal9]

They had plans to re-engine the darned things - Rolls won the contract (will still be eight engines)...

Rolls-Royce Wins B-52 Re-engining Program Worth $2.6 Billion | Air & Space Forces Magazine

Rolls-Royce North America received a contract worth up to $2.6 billion for the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program.

www.airforcemag.com

 

[PakFactor]

They had plans to re-engine the darned things - Rolls won the contract (will still be eight engines)...

Rolls-Royce Wins B-52 Re-engining Program Worth $2.6 Billion | Air & Space Forces Magazine

Rolls-Royce North America received a contract worth up to $2.6 billion for the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program.

www.airforcemag.com

The platform itself due to its size and scope allows almost unlimited potential for upgrades. It’s a key platform for USAF in my opinion.