Military officials identify all 8 victims of fiery B-52 crash at California Air Force base - WTOP News

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

Summary

Car Crash Edwards California in Edwards, California: A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California on Monday. All eight crew members were killed, including four active duty airmen, one reservist and three civilians. The crash site was still closed when the incident occurred, but other base operations resumed shortly thereafter.

Original reporting

Military officials identify all 8 victims of fiery B-52 crash at California Air Force base - WTOP News

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