Day: June 15, 2026

Eight people who were on a routine test mission are presumably dead after an Air Force B-52 crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base Monday morning.

The U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed after taking off from Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, California, on Monday, according to officials.

According to officials, the B-52 was carrying eight people and was on a routine test mission.

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Eight people who were on a routine test mission aboard a U.S. military jet are believed to be dead after the aircraft crashed upon takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, California, according to officials.

The crash involving an Air Force B-52 Stratofortress happened at 11:20 a.m. local time in the Mojave Desert. Initial indications are that it was “not survivable.” Emergency crews are on scene, and officials are working to account for all personnel. The crash is under investigation.

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