A B-52H Stratofortress taxis before takeoff October 10, 2019, for a Bomber Task Force deployment from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, to Royal Air Force Fairford, England. BTF missions enable crews to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency and validate the always-ready global strike capability. U.S. Strategic Command operations and engagements with U.S. allies and partners demonstrate and strengthen a shared commitment to global security and stability.
Bomber Task Force Deployment
A B-52H Stratofortress taxis before takeoff October 10, 2019, for a Bomber Task Force deployment from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, to Royal Air Force Fairford, England. BTF missions enable crews to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency and validate the always-ready global strike capability. U.S. Strategic Command operations and engagements with U.S. allies and partners demonstrate and strengthen a shared commitment to global security and stability.