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B-52 supports US Special Forces in Afghanistan

Kabul, Afghanistan - No casualties on US troops

It has become as necessary as ever the air support when, two days ago, 10 members of the US Special Forces have been under an enemy ambush. After nearly an hour of stand-by it has been demanded a proper support, and B-52 bomber has made its appearance ending the confrontation after having dropped several bombs on the enemies: no loss has been reported among the Americans. It's the first time...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 37052
Rome, Italy, 12/10/2002 13:23
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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