E42 – B-52 BUFF modernization

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Oct 20, 2024

Col. Joseph Little, a seasoned B-52 Weapons Systems Officer and current Detachment 5 Commander of AFOTEC, shares insights on the monumental B-52J modernization program. With a budget of $48 billion, this overhaul aims to extend the bomber’s life into the 2060s through new engines, advanced cockpits, and upgraded radar. Little discusses the aircraft’s storied history, the evolution of its technology, and the complexities faced in operational testing. He also recounts tactical maneuvers and the unpredictable nature of military operations.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

The Evolution of the B-52 BUFF

02:11 • 8min

Navigating the Complexities of Air Force Operational Testing

09:48 • 4min

Modernizing the B-52 Bomber Fleet

13:23 • 28min

Tactical Maneuvers and Unexpected Outcomes

41:03 • 2min

Modernizing the B-52 Bomber

43:20 • 8min

Modernization of the B-52: Tradition Meets Innovation

51:12 • 2min