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Boeing B-52 Stratofortress specs, size & range
The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress (ICAO code B52) is a landplane with 8 jet engines in the heavy wake-turbulence category. It is a 56.4 m wingspan.
B-52 Stratofortress specifications
The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a landplane with 8 jet engines built by Boeing. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code B52. It belongs to the heavy wake-turbulence category, so aircraft landing or taking off behind it must keep extra separation.
B-52 Stratofortress size and dimensions
The B-52 Stratofortress is has a wingspan of 56.39 m.
B-52 Stratofortress speed and range
On final approach it flies at around 141 knots (261 km/h).
Aircraft similar to the B-52 Stratofortress
Comparable airliners & big jets include Airbus A350-900, Lockheed C-5 Galaxy, Antonov An-124 Ruslan and Lockheed C-5M Super Galaxy.
Frequently asked questions
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