» The US's oldest bomber is still flying around the world, and its crews are training like 'we're going to war' The US's oldest bomber is still flying around the world, and its crews are training like 'we're going to war' Christopher WoodyJan 26, 2021, 22:53 IST US Air Force B-52H bombers over the Pacific Ocean during a training mission.Pacific Air Forces After more than a half-century in service, the B-52 is still flying around the world, often making non-stop, round-trip flights. Those long-range missions are a testament to the bomber's longevity, but they're also preparation for growing strategic competition with powerful adversaries.