Russia Scrambles Jets to Intercept U.S. B-52 Bombers Approaching its border over Barents Sea
In a significant escalation, Russia scrambled MiG-29 and MiG-31 fighter jets to intercept two U.S. B-52H strategic bombers..
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The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is an American 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, and NASA for over 40 years. The bomber can carry up to 70,000 pounds (32,000 kg) of weapons and has a typical combat range of around 8,800 miles (14,200 km) without aerial refueling.
In a significant escalation, Russia scrambled MiG-29 and MiG-31 fighter jets to intercept two U.S. B-52H strategic bombers..