167K views · 5.8K reactions | Designed to carry nuclear or conventional loads, the B-36 boasted the largest bomb capacity of any operational bomber—up to 84,000 lb—and could fly missions exceeding 8,000 miles without refueling. It never saw combat but served as the backbone of Strategic Air Command until jet bombers like the B-47 and B-52 took over. #aviation #aircraft #jet #aviationphotography #military | Jets 'n' Props | Facebook

The Convair B-36 is a plane that made history. It was the first plane capable of carrying nuclear weapons without any prior adjustments. | War Stories