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 broke apart upon impact, leaving a large blackened scar on the runway and surrounding desert terrain. The crash occurred during a routine test flight supporting the B‐52 Radar Modernization Program.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unnamed Crew | Unknown | Fatal |
Original reporting
8 crew members killed when a B-52 bomber crashes at California’s Edwards Air Force Base