Eight believed dead after B-52 crashes shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base
Summary
Car Crash California Today in California: A B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, California. Eight crew members were believed dead. The aircraft broke apart upon impact and the crash site was confined to the airfield area.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unnamed Pilot | Driver | Fatal |
| Unnamed Crew | Unknown | Fatal |
Original reporting
Eight believed dead after B-52 crashes shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base