Eight believed dead after B-52 crashes shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
California
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Incident type
Crash, Aircraft

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

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