What engines are being used in the B-52 engine replacement program? 🙄 engineering
Introduced in 1955, the B-52 strategic bomber needs no introduction and has been a critical part of the U.S. plans during the period of the Cold War and beyond. Last year, we reported how the B-52 bombers even
and how the U.S. Air Force plans to extend the life of this iconic aircraft by powering it with fresh new engines.The task of fitting new engines on this over half a century old aircraft has been assigned to Boeing, the original makers of the aircraft.
While details aren't disclosed to the public, the designers were able to spot conflicting issues early on in the design process and work closely with Boeing to effect minor tweaks in the engines and the aircraft to place system components. By identifying potential conflicts in the design and operations early on, the collaboration has saved precious time in the replacement program.
It is not just the engines that are getting an upgrade. Boeing also said that the associated power generation and pneumatics systems are being upgraded while the cockpit displays and engine controls are also getting facelifts.GET YOUR DAILY NEWS DIRECTLY IN YOUR INBOX
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