Arc Light Memorial - B-52D Stratofortress Monument
B-52D bomber memorial at Andersen Air Force Base
Memorial site in Yigo, Guam featuring a retired B-52D Stratofortress airframe on display. Military-history visitors stop to see the aircraft and read plaques about the island's Cold War and Vietnam-era connections.
Arc Light Memorial - B-52D Stratofortress at a Glance#
About Arc Light Memorial - B-52D Stratofortress#
The Arc Light Memorial features a B-52D Stratofortress airframe displayed as a memorial to the crews and missions of Operation Arc Light. Operation Arc Light was the series of B-52 strategic-bomber deployments from Guam that supported operations in Southeast Asia during the 1960s and early 1970s. The memorial and aircraft are sited on the grounds of Andersen Air Force Base in Yigo, northern Guam, and interpretive signage explains the aircraft’s role in that period. Because it is located on a U.S. Air Force installation, visibility and access may be subject to base security rules.
- Base location and access: Located on the grounds of Andersen Air Force Base in northern Guam; public access can be limited because the site is on a military installation.
What to See#
- B-52D static display: A preserved B-52D Stratofortress airframe mounted as the focal element of the memorial, representing the bomber type used in Operation Arc Light missions.
How to Get to Arc Light Memorial - B-52D Stratofortress#
Located in Yigo Municipality on Guam. Reachable by car from the island’s main routes; driving from central Guam (Hagatna) takes roughly 30-45 minutes depending on traffic. Local buses may provide partial service but private transport is more convenient.
Tips for Visiting Arc Light Memorial - B-52D Stratofortress#
- Combine a visit with other WWII sites on Guam for context - the island has several related memorials.
- Respect signage and any fenced-off areas; the aircraft is a memorial and not open for casual exploration.
Best Time to Visit Arc Light Memorial - B-52D Stratofortress#
Best in the dry season (December-May) for reliable weather and clearer skies.
Weather & Climate near Arc Light Memorial - B-52D Stratofortress#
Arc Light Memorial - B-52D Stratofortress's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2258 mm/year), wettest in August.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 23° - 28° | 26° | 112 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 23° - 28° | 26° | 94 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 23° - 29° | 26° | 75 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 81 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 136 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 25° - 30° | 27° | 162 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 258 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 349 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 324 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 304 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 24° - 29° | 27° | 215 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 24° - 29° | 26° | 148 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |