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B-52 aircraft with new Rolls-Royce F130 engine, technicians in background.

Air Force Clears Boeing to Upgrade B-52s with New Engines

The Air Force has given Boeing the green light to upgrade the B-52 bomber with new engines, a major milestone that will keep the iconic aircraft flying strong for generations to come. This critical design review paves the way for Boeing to swap out the B-52's decades-old engines with Rolls-Royce F130 engines, transforming the bomber into the cutting-edge B-52J.

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B-52 bomber with F130 turbofan engine on workbench surrounded by maintenance personnel.

US Air Force Prepares B-52 for F130 Engine Upgrade This Year

The US Air Force is gearing up to supercharge its B-52 fleet with a cutting-edge engine upgrade, the F130, this year. The milestone Critical Design Review has been achieved, paving the way for the first bomber delivery and modification work to begin.

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