B-52 Goes Into Squadron Service
B-52 Goes Into Squadron Service
Clip: 353729_1_1
Year Shot: 1955
(Actual Year)
Audio: Yes
Video: B/W
Tape Master: 1611
Original Film: 028-726-02
HD: N/A
Location: Merced, California
Timecode: 00:09:56 - 00:10:36
The first b-52 Jet Bombers go into squadron service with the strategic air command, marking full acceptance of the huge, inter-continental bomber, capable of ocean-spanning range and speeds of better than 600 mph. Castle Air Force Base in Merced, California.. Establishing shot - Castle Air Force Base in Merced, California B-52 parked on the tarmac. MLS - Air command, pilots, mechanics and guards checking out the plane. CUS - Tail of the B-52. MLS - An awesome take off of the B-52. Camera Shot Ground Up - B-52 flying over head.