
The United States Air Force announces that two Stratofortress bombers of the 23 Squadron operating at the RAF Fairford base in the United Kingdom will today carry out a low-altitude flight to several countries in Southeast Europe.
The announcement states that the purpose of this flight is to demonstrate the commitment of the US to NATO allies and partners located in Southeast Europe.
"Furthermore, this will offer citizens the opportunity to take photos, videos and enjoy the plane flying by."
The planes will fly over the Macedonian government building in Skopje, Skanderbeg Square in Tirana, on the coast of Montenegro, and in Dubrovnik, Croatia.
Schedules when the bombers are expected to pass
Skopje 2:35-2:45 pm
Tirana 2:50-3:00 pm
Tuesday to Friday from 3:05-3:15
pm Croatia 3:10-3:20 pm
The B-52H Stratofortress is a long-range bomber that can perform a variety of missions. The bomber is capable of flying at high subsonic speeds and at altitudes of up to 15,166 meters. It can carry nuclear weapons as well as various types of high-precision missiles.