The fidelity (and resilience) of firing solutions decreases with distance. For all practical purposes those B-52s are not vulnerable. B-52s equipped with air l

The fidelity (and resilience) of firing solutions decreases with distance. For all practical purposes those B-52s are not vulnerable. B-52s equipped with air launched cruise missiles are very relevant in today's world. It's a flying weapons bank that can be handed firing solutions from other assets (e.g. an F-35 flying stealth in a contested area).