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B-52 pilot explains how he was able to land his BUFF after two engines on the same pylon nearly tore off following engine #5 compressor disintegration

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BUFF

B-52 pilot explains how he was able to land his BUFF after two engines on the same pylon nearly tore off following engine #5 compressor disintegration

Thanks to our partners

B-52 maintainer explains how heavy maintenance is helping the iconic BUFF to stay in service forever

BUFF driver explains how it was flying the B-52 on a low level training sortie

BUFFs deploy to the Middle East in 4th Iran deterrence mission in 2 Months

Minot B-52 returning from global power mission over Middle East diverts to RAF Fairford due to engine failure

New B-52H’s AESA Radar could reduce BUFF’s crew size from five to four

This video of a B-52 taking off in heavy crosswinds clearly shows why the BUFF needs outrigger wheels

This Incredible Photo of a B-52 Engine Starting to disintegrate Clearly Shows Why the Mighty BUFF Needs New Engines

Former B-52 Pilot Tells the Story behind this Photo of two BUFFs Buzzing USS Midway Aircraft Carrier

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