Aviation News – A B-52 Stratofortress has arrived at Edwards Air Force Base after receiving its new advanced radar system, marking a major milestone in the U.S. Air Force’s long-term bomber modernization plan.
The aircraft was ferried from Boeing’s San Antonio facility on Dec. 8 by aircrews from the 49th Test Evaluation Squadron at Barksdale Air Force Base and the 419th Flight Test Squadron at Edwards. The flight sets the stage for an extensive test campaign running through 2026, supporting a formal production decision later that year.
The upgrade is part of the B-52 Radar Modernization Program, designed to equip the iconic long-range bomber with a modern system capable of supporting both conventional and nuclear missions. The new radar is expected to enhance targeting accuracy, reliability, and situational awareness for crews operating in increasingly complex environments.
