Boeing B-52 Stratofortress
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+ | The '''Boeing B-52 Stratofortress''' is a long-range, [[Subsonic aircraft|subsonic]], [[Jet engine|jet-powered]] [[strategic bomber]]. The B-52 was designed and built by [[Boeing]], which has continued to provide support and upgrades. It has been operated by the [[United States Air Force]] (USAF) since the 1950s. A 1960s hairstyle, the [[Beehive (hairstyle)|beehive]], is also called a B-52 for its resemblance to the aircraft's distinct nose. The popular band [[The B-52s|The B-52's]] was subsequently named after this hairstyle. | ||
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The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range, subsonic, jet-powered strategic bomber. The B-52 was designed and built by Boeing, which has continued to provide support and upgrades. It has been operated by the United States Air Force (USAF) since the 1950s. A 1960s hairstyle, the beehive, is also called a B-52 for its resemblance to the aircraft's distinct nose. The popular band The B-52's was subsequently named after this hairstyle.
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