A B-52 Stratofortress bomber performed an emergency landing on February 23, 2024, at Minot AFB, North Dakota due to a engine fire.
A United States B-52H Stratofortress bomber from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota performed an emergency landing at approximately 12:52 a.m. February 23, 2024, at Minot AFB, North Dakota after one of its eight TF33 engines caught fire.
The fire was extinguished on the ground, and none of the crew members on board were injured. It is obvious that the aircraft is now out of action for a long time.
“First and foremost, the 5th Bomb Wing is incredibly thankful that all our Airmen made it home safely”, said Colonel Daniel Hoadley, 5th Bomb Wing commander. “I would like to recognize our outstanding base fire fighters for their expeditious response.”
The incident is currently under investigation.