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Stratofortress at Fairford
Boeing B-52H Stratofortress 60-0001 (LA) 2nd WG/2Oth BS USAF at the 1993 Royal International Air Tattoo - RAF Fairford 21 to 27 July 1993. Date: 1993
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In this photograph, a Boeing B-52H Stratofortress bomber, serial number 60-0001, from the 2nd Wing, 20th Bomb Squadron of the United States Air Force (USAF), takes center stage at the 1993 Royal International Air Tattoo held at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England. Held annually since 1971, this renowned airshow is a celebration of aviation and aeronautical excellence, attracting aviation enthusiasts from around the world. The B-52H Stratofortress, a iconic and enduring symbol of American military aviation, is depicted in all its majestic glory as it taxis along the runway, ready to take to the skies. This particular aircraft, assigned to the 2nd Wing based at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana, was one of the many impressive military aircraft that graced the skies during the 1993 Air Tattoo. The B-52H, a versatile and long-range strategic bomber, was first introduced in 1955 and has since become a mainstay of the USAF's inventory. With a maximum takeoff weight of over 480,000 pounds and a top speed of over 600 miles per hour, this powerful aircraft is capable of delivering a variety of conventional and nuclear munitions to targets at great distances. The 1993 Royal International Air Tattoo provided an unforgettable experience for aviation enthusiasts, with the B-52H Stratofortress and countless other impressive aircraft on display and in the air. This photograph captures the essence of that magical event, offering a glimpse into the world of military aviation and the awe-inspiring machines that define it.
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