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U.S. Bombers Complete Latest European Bomber Task Force 25-2 Deployment

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, deployed for Bomber Task Force 25-2, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over Europe, Feb. 20, 2025. The mission included aerial refueling, practice intercepts, and formation flying, enhancing interoperability with allies and partners. Bomber Task Force missions demonstrate U.S. commitment to collective security and readiness in the region.
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Bomber Task Force joins Dutch, arctic nations for TOWER CITADEL mission in High North

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress piloted by Capt. Jacob Carlson from the 60th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron flies over the skies of Sweden for their celebration of their acceptance into NATO during Bomber Task Force 25-2, RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, March 11, 2025. These operations demonstrate the ability to rapidly deploy strategic assets in support of global stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Chris Hibben)
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B-52s conduct first-ever live weapons drop in Sweden during VIKING NEBULA

Two Swedish Air Force JAS Gripens fly’s next to a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress during Bomber Task Force 25-2 mission VIKING NEBULA on March 11. These operations demonstrate the ability to rapidly deploy strategic assets in support of global stability.
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B-52s conduct first-ever live weapons drop in Sweden during VIKING NEBULA

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress flies over the skies of Sweden during Bomber Task Force 25-2 mission VIKING NEBULA March 11. These operations demonstrate the ability to rapidly deploy strategic assets in support of global stability.
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U.S. Air Force B-52 to Conduct Low-Pass Flyover in Sweden

Two Swedish JAS 39 Gripens fly in formation with a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress during Bomber Task Force 25-1 above the Baltic Sea, Nov. 25, 2024. The U.S. is dedicated to working alongside our NATO Allies and partners in the Baltic Sea area to ensure all parties have the combined skills and coordination capabilities necessary to maintain regional safety and security.
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B-52H Stratofortress Integrates with NATO Allies During BTF 25-2

U.S. Air Force Capt. Curtis Smith, 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-52H Stratofortress pilot, speaks into the radio inside the cockpit during exercise Onyx Cross as part of the Bomber Task Force 25-2 deployment over Europe, March 3, 2025. BTF 25-2 enhances readiness and demonstrates the U.S. commitment to NATO allies and partners through strategic bomber operations.
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B-52H Stratofortress Integrates with NATO Allies During BTF 25-2

A Romanian F-16 Fighting Falcon executes a simulated intercept of a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress during exercise Onyx Cross over Europe, March 3, 2025. Bomber Task Force 25-2 missions enhance interoperability and coordination between U.S. and NATO air forces.
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B-52H Stratofortress Integrates with NATO Allies During BTF 25-2

A Croatian Rafale fighter jet performs a simulated intercept of a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress during exercise Onyx Cross over Europe, March 3, 2025. The Bomber Task Force 25-2 deployment strengthens operational cooperation between the U.S. and NATO partners.
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B-52H Stratofortress Integrates with NATO Allies During BTF 25-2

Two Bulgarian MiG-29 Fulcrums conduct a simulated intercept with a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress during exercise Onyx Cross over Europe, March 3, 2025. These missions demonstrate NATO’s collective air defense capabilities and enhance regional security.
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Weapons Loading for BTF 25-1

Staff Sgt. Dillon Homan and Senior Airman Devin Barrientos, 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons load crew members, secure an explosive into the bomb bay of a B-52H Stratofortress during Bomber Task Force 25-1, at RAF Fairford, England, Nov. 13, 2024. U.S. forces maintain the flexibility to adapt to changing security environments by ensuring interoperability and agility across all operations.
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100 ARW refuels 48 FW, 57 WG during BTF

A U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II descends after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, during a Trilateral Bomber Task Force support mission over the North Sea, Dec. 3, 2024. BTF missions are representative of the U.S.’ extended deterrent commitment to our allies and partners and the enhancement of regional security.
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B-52s take off for Exercise APEX PATRIOT

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron takes off from RAF Fairford, England prior to taking off for Exercise Apex Patriot Dec. 5, 2024. A strong and credible bomber force bolsters the security of our Allies, promoting stability and deterring threats in key regions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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Strengthening Arctic Defense: Trilateral exercise tests fifth-generation air power

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron taxis the runway at RAF Fairford, England, prior to taking off for Exercise Apex Buccaneer, Dec. 3, 2024. APEX BUCCANEER is a Norwegian-led trilateral exercise in the High North that showcases integrated operations with U.S., U.K., and Norwegian forces integrating advanced air, land, and naval capabilities.
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Allies integrate for first-ever B-52 simulated weapons drop in Finland

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron taxis the runway at RAF Fairford, England, prior to taking off for Exercise APEX JET, Nov. 25, 2024. BTF operations are U.S. Strategic Command’s means of conducting Dynamic Force Employment in support of the Department of Defense’s National Defense Strategy at the direction of the President of the United States.
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U.S. bombers deploy to England for latest European bomber task force

Airmen from the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron perform post-flight inspections on a B-52H Stratofortress, at Royal Air Force Base Fairford, England as part of Bomber Task Force Deployment 25-1, Nov. 5, 2024. U.S. forces are ready, postured, and well prepared to integrate with host-nation Allies and partners to deter threats and defend the Alliance.
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U.S. bombers deploy to England for latest European bomber task force

A B-52H Stratofortress from the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, La., releases a parachute after landing at Royal Air Force Base Fairford, England as part of Bomber Task Force 25-1, Nov. 5, 2024. Bomber task force missions are representative of the U.S. commitment to our Allies and partners and enhance regional security.
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U.S. bombers deploy to England for latest European bomber task force

A B-52H Stratofortress from the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, La., lands at Royal Air Force Base Fairford, England as part of Bomber Task Force 25-1, Nov. 5, 2024. Bomber task force missions familiarize aircrew with air bases and operations in different Geographic Combatant Commands' areas of operations.
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Bomber Task Force Europe: Lancers soar through Black Sea with NATO fighters

A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, prepares to land at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Nov. 1, 2021. The B-1B's synthetic aperture radar (SAR) is capable of tracing, targeting and engaging moving vehicles as well as self-targeting and terrain-following modes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Josiah Brown)
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Bomber Task Force Europe: Lancers soar through Black Sea with NATO fighters

A 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron pilot prepares to board a B-1B Lancer at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Nov. 1, 2021. Two B-1’s integrated with Norwegian Air Force F-35 Lightning II aircraft and Joint Terminal Attack Controllers over the Arctic region during a Bomber Task Force Europe mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colin Hollowell)
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U.S. Air Force B-52s return to Europe for ally, partner training

Two B-52 Stratofortressess fly overhead at RAF Fairford, England, Aug. 22, 2020. Strategic bombers contribute to stability in the European theater as they are intended to deter conflict rather than instigate it. If called upon, U.S. bombers offer a rapid response capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Eugene Oliver)
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