Fairford’s B-52 Desert Storm Ops
During Operation Desert Storm the USAF’s B-52G Stratofortresses flew only 3% of sorties but delivered 30% of all US ordnance. Dr Kevin Wright looks back at the type’s deployment to RAF Fairford in 1991.
Barksdale Bombers – Total Force Integration
Frank Crebas visited Barksdale AFB, Louisiana, to find out how the reservist B-52 force is working closely with its active duty colleagues.
Digital ‘Dinosaur’ – Upgrading a Legend
Tom Kaminski considers the latest developments and plans to improve the capabilities of the B-52H.
F-35 Lightning II – Country-by-Country Analysis
Lockheed Martin has developed the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) to fulfil multiple missions. So far 12 customers have announced plans to acquire the Lightning II, as Tom Kaminski explains.
The 748 – A British Success Story
Stephen Skinner examines the development of a turboprop that achieved success in both airline and military service.
RAF Mustangs – Perfecting the P-51
Most readily associated with the US Eighth Air Force, the Mustang was designed against a British requirement and speedily delivered. The RAF eventually received more than 2,300 Mustangs, using them extensively over Europe, as Paul E Eden explains.
AND MUCH MORE!
Aviation News July issue is AVAILABLE NOW for just £4.50 from the Key Online Shop.. Alternatively, you can purchase your copy from WHSmith, any other leading newsagents or download your digital copy here.
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Fairford’s B-52 Desert Storm Ops
During Operation Desert Storm the USAF’s B-52G Stratofortresses flew only 3% of sorties but delivered 30% of all US ordnance. Dr Kevin Wright looks back at the type’s deployment to RAF Fairford in 1991.
Barksdale Bombers – Total Force Integration
Frank Crebas visited Barksdale AFB, Louisiana, to find out how the reservist B-52 force is working closely with its active duty colleagues.
Digital ‘Dinosaur’ – Upgrading a Legend
Tom Kaminski considers the latest developments and plans to improve the capabilities of the B-52H.
F-35 Lightning II – Country-by-Country Analysis
Lockheed Martin has developed the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) to fulfil multiple missions. So far 12 customers have announced plans to acquire the Lightning II, as Tom Kaminski explains.
The 748 – A British Success Story
Stephen Skinner examines the development of a turboprop that achieved success in both airline and military service.
RAF Mustangs – Perfecting the P-51
Most readily associated with the US Eighth Air Force, the Mustang was designed against a British requirement and speedily delivered. The RAF eventually received more than 2,300 Mustangs, using them extensively over Europe, as Paul E Eden explains.
AND MUCH MORE!
Aviation News July issue is AVAILABLE NOW for just £4.50 from the Key Online Shop.. Alternatively, you can purchase your copy from WHSmith, any other leading newsagents or download your digital copy here.