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AGM-86 ALCM
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The AGM-86 ALCM is an American subsonic air-launched cruise missile (ALCM) built by Boeing and operated by the United States Air Force. This missile was developed to increase the effectiveness and survivability of the Boeing B-52H Stratofortress strategic bomber. The missile dilutes an enemy's forces and complicates air defense of its territory.
An AGM-86C in flight
An AGM-86C in flight
The original ALCM was much smaller than later models, and had a pointed nose profile.
The original ALCM was much smaller than later models, and had a pointed nose profile.
The fuselage stretch for the ERV is evident in Udvar-Hazy Center's AGM-86B.
The fuselage stretch for the ERV is evident in Udvar-Hazy Center's AGM-86B.
Up to 20 AGM-86B missiles could be loaded onto one B-52 bomber.
Up to 20 AGM-86B missiles could be loaded onto one B-52 bomber.
Boeing B-52 Stratofortress
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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.
Boeing B-52 Stratofortress
Boeing B-52 Stratofortress
XB-52 prototype on flight line (X-4 in foreground; B-36 behind). Note original tandem-seat "bubble" style canopy, similar to Boeing's earlier B-47 Str
XB-52 prototype on flight line (X-4 in foreground; B-36 behind). Note original tandem-seat "bubble" style canopy, similar to Boeing's earlier B-47 Stratojet.
Side view of YB-52 bomber, still fitted with a tandem cockpit, in common with other jet bombers in US service, such as the B-45 Tornado, B-47 Stratoje
Side view of YB-52 bomber, still fitted with a tandem cockpit, in common with other jet bombers in US service, such as the B-45 Tornado, B-47 Stratojet and Martin B-57 Canberra
B-52H Stratofortress undergoing maintenance to its rudder with its fin folded
B-52H Stratofortress undergoing maintenance to its rudder with its fin folded