B-52 Bombers Deploy as Part of Indo-Pacific 'Strategic Deterrence Mission'

During the three-week multilateral exercise, 85 aircraft are expected to fly 1,400 missions across three islands and six airfields.

Kimberly Johnson

Friday, February 02, 2024 at 02:24 PM ET

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A B-52H Stratofortress, assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, taxis on the flight line at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, on January 30. [Courtesy: U.S. Air Force]

Key Takeaways:

U.S. B-52 Stratofortress bombers have deployed to Guam as part of a Bomber Task Force (BTF) to enhance strategic deterrence and reinforce the rules-based international order in the Indo-Pacific region.
The deployed bombers are participating in Exercise Cope North 2024, the U.S. Pacific Air Forces’ largest multilateral exercise.
Cope North 2024 includes approximately 2,400 personnel and 85 aircraft from the U.S., Australia, Japan, Canada, France, and the Republic of Korea, focusing on joint training and deepening relationships.

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B-52 Stratofortress bombers have deployed to Guam as part of a strategic deterrence mission in the Indo-Pacific region aimed at “reinforcing the rules-based international order,” according to the U.S. Air Force.

The aircraft assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, arrived at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, in late January, deploying as part of a Bomber Task Force (BTF). They are designated to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, which is integrated into joint exercises with allies and regional partners.