B-52 Stratofortress Rudder Pedal Plaque 2 "462062020360" self-fabric shoulder-to-shoulder taped seams

self-fabric shoulder-to-shoulder taped seams

Adjustable snapback closure

Inconel 718 nickel alloy

nylon and acetate diamond quilted lining and polyester fill

and an over-built welded-steel fuselage

B-52 Stratofortress Rudder Pedal Plaque 2 "462062020360" self-fabric shoulder-to-shoulder taped seamsThe Boeing B 52 Stratofortress was America's first long range, swept wing heavy bomber. The massive plane, which entered service in 1955, had eight jet engines and weighed nearly 200 tons. The B 52 saw duty in the Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, and Afghanistan and set numerous speed and distance records. Boeing continues to support and upgrade the B 52 fleet, which is expected to remain in service beyond 2040. This artifact is a genuine B 52