The nuclear AGM-86B air-launched cruise missiles (ALCM) and AGM-86C conventional air-launched cruise missiles (CALCM) were developed to increase the effectiveness of B-52H bombers.
The nuclear AGM-86B and AGM-64C are air-launched cruise missiles (ALCMs) operated by the United States Air Force. The missiles were developed to increase the effectiveness and survivability of B-52H bombers.