The F130 engines, which will extend B-52s' lives for decades, are a crucial part of the Air Force's effort to switch to a two-bomber fleet.
The move comes as Ellsworth Air Force Base prepares for the arrival of the new B-21 Raider.
A defense official said the interception was safe and professional. However, it comes at a time of increasing tension between the U.S. and Russia.
The Air Force has rotated bombers through overseas deployments as part of task forces since 2018.
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