Overview
- The 2nd Bomb Wing’s B-52Hs arrived at Morón Air Base on Nov. 8 for Bomber Task Force Europe 26-1.
- NATO highlighted deterrence on the Eastern Flank, with northern sorties integrating under the new CAOC Bodø and training alongside Finland, Lithuania and Sweden.
- The Finnish Air Force reported on Nov. 12 that its F/A-18s escorted a B-52 through Finland during simulated target runs.
- Open-source tracking showed flights over Sweden, Estonia and Latvia that at times came within about 50 miles of Russia.
- Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO said the bombers will participate in Neptune Strike, a maritime strike exercise.