Boeing B-52G Stratofortress

The Boeing B-52 was developed as a strategic long-range bomber and has demonstrated remarkable adaptability throughout its service life. Initially designed for high-altitude nuclear weapons delivery, it evolved to carry conventional bombs during the Vietnam War. The aircraft shifted to low-altitude operations to evade advancing anti-aircraft technologies and later became a platform for launching cruise missiles. Despite being designed in the 1950s, the B-52 continues to adapt to new missions in the 21st century, with some B-52H models expected to remain operational until 2040.

The B-52G on display is one of 193 G-models built at Boeing's Wichita plant, featuring improvements in avionics, fuel systems, and flight controls. Delivered to the Strategic Air Command in October 1960, this specific aircraft saw combat during the Vietnam War as part of Operation Bullet Shot/Linebacker. By the time it was retired in 1991, it had accumulated