bluedot25 Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 (edited) I'm looking for photos of B-52G 57-6498... specifically of the top of the wings. This aircraft was used in testing of the AGM-86 cruise missile, and for a while, carried orange stripes on the upper surfaces of the wings. The stripes were directly above the missile pylons, running fore and aft. I need to see how far aft. You can see stripes in the photos below... Any info greatly appreciated... thanks... Edited August 15, 2019 by bluedot25 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 Tom, You can try asking the USAF Historical Archives at Wright-Patt, although they were not able to help me with my request for B-52G 69-2580 pics of Miss Piggy circa 1980, even after I gave them a ton of info. I will email you the link when I get home later today. R/ Dutch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stefan buysse Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 Hi, I can't help with the original question about the orange stripes, but I do know that the last B-52's built (the H-models) are from FY 60 and 61. Looking for FY 67 B-52's isn't going to yield much. I figure "Miss Piggy" is simply 59-2580. The AGM-86 tester is probably 57-6498, which was a B-52G-85-BW (built in Wichita). Cheers, Stefan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bluedot25 Posted August 15, 2019 Author Share Posted August 15, 2019 (edited) You're correct Stefan... My typo error. It should be "57-" And thanks Dutch... I've contacted them before, but don't have the link. (I sent an actual letter...! Remember those??!!) Edited August 15, 2019 by bluedot25 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 (edited) Tom, Yeah, maybe I should send a letter. It might have a better impact. Anyway, these markings are available on Wolfpak 72-122 decal sheet, but for a couple of different serial numbers. What does the instruction sheet say? Are you building 1/72 or 1/144? Let me know if you need help as I have this sheet. I can send a copy of instruction sheet to you. Or email Mark S. @ Wolfpak decals. R/ Dutch Edited August 23, 2019 by Dutch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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