8 crew members killed when B-52 bomber crashes during ‘test mission’ – KIRO 7 News Seattle

Published
June 16, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Edwards, California
Edwards Air Force Base
Incident type
Crash, Aircraft, Fire

Summary

Car Crash Edwards California in Edwards, California: A U.S. Air Force 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 was deemed unsurvivable, with investigators still determining the cause.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Crew Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

8 crew members killed when B-52 bomber crashes during ‘test mission’ – KIRO 7 News Seattle

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