8 crew members killed when a B-52 bomber crashes at California’s Edwards Air Force Base
Summary
Car Crash Edwards California in Edwards, California: A B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base on Monday, killing all eight crew members aboard. The aircraft burst into flames and left a large blackened scar on the runway and surrounding desert terrain. The crash occurred during a routine test mission supporting a radar modernization program. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the accident.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unnamed Pilot | Driver | Fatal |
| Unnamed navigator | Unknown | Fatal |
| Unnamed bombardier | Unknown | Fatal |
| Unnamed flight engineer | Unknown | Fatal |
| Unnamed weapon systems officer | Unknown | Fatal |
| Unnamed aircraft maintenance technician | Unknown | Fatal |
| Unnamed ground support personnel | Unknown | Fatal |
Original reporting
8 crew members killed when a B-52 bomber crashes at California’s Edwards Air Force Base