The Real Reason Why The US Air Force Rejected The B-52's Purpose-Built Radome From Its Modernization
The US Air Force is modernizing the B-52 with a new AESA radar while retaining its existing radome.

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The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has been a staple of American airpower since it entered the US Air Force (USAF) arsenal in the mid-20th century. Since then, the aircraft has taken part in numerous operations and remains a go-to bomber for striking targets, as demonstrated during Operation Epic Fury.
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- 49 words · 1 min read
- Published
- September 28, 2026
- Byline
- Christian P. Martin
- Source
- Simple Flying