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BACK FROM THE DEAD: What it takes to revive a B-1 Lancer.

Authors :
MABEUS-BROWN, COURTNEY
PEREZ, ZAMONE
Source :
Air Force Times; May2024, Vol. 85 Issue 5, p24-24, 1p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article highlights the return of a retired B-1B Lancer, dubbed "Lancelot," to the Air Force's bomber fleet after being stored in the desert. Topics discussed include the aircraft's retrieval from the Boneyard, its refurbishment process, and upcoming maintenance at Tinker AFB, emphasizing the challenges and efforts involved in bringing it back to service.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00022403
Volume :
85
Issue :
5
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Air Force Times
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
177522375