The USAF is planning to extend the B-52 life span until the year 2040. Its ridiculous to extend a bomber to that length of of time. They money the USAF is spending to extend the lifespan of the B-52 they could have a new bomber.
Provided civilization makes it to 2040 (doubtful), lasers are going to be a force to be reckoned with.
I disagree my FRiend. The B-52 has more than paid for itself and can still do things that modern systems cannot.
I can think of nothing more fearful than a B-52 dropping in anger.
The B52 was an amazing design, but the USAF is crazy if they think it will serve until 2040. The B52 was first flown in 1952. Having a 90 (!!!) year old aircraft in 2040 would be the equivalent to having the USAF flying biplanes from the 1920's as front line bombers today.