The B-52 Stratofortress, a long-range, subsonic bomber, has been a mainstay of the U.S. Air Force for over 70 years. Despite its age, the B-52 will continue serving into the mid-21st century, with 76 upgraded B-52Js planned for the fleet alongside 100 next-generation B-21 Raiders.
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Canada's recent Defense Policy Update (DPU) paved the way to eventually reach two percent GDP spending - but still has a long way to go, say Canadian analysts Jamie Tronnes and Richard Schimooka in this op-ed.
DARPA green lights Aurora, Bell for next phase in SPRINT X-plane competition breakingdefense.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from breakingdefense.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.