8 people died in B-52 bomber crash at US Air Force base in Southern California, officials say

Published
June 16, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Southern California, California
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Incident type
Crash, Aircraft

Summary

Car Crash Southern California California in Southern California, California: A B-52 bomber crashed at a U.S. Air Force base in Southern California, killing eight people, officials said. The incident occurred on the same day as the report was published. No additional details about the crash site or cause were provided.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pilot Driver Fatal
Unnamed Crew Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

8 people died in B-52 bomber crash at US Air Force base in Southern California, officials say | Kingsport Times News

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