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B-52 plane crashes at Edwards Air Force Base in California
Los Angeles Times • • nation
Key Points:
- A U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California during a routine test mission on Monday, with all eight people on board presumed dead.
- The crash occurred shortly after takeoff around 11:20 a.m., and initial reports indicate the incident was not survivable.
- The cause of the crash is under investigation, and the identities of those on board have not been released; next of kin are being notified.
- Edwards Air Force Base responded with emergency crews, closed the airfield, suspended visitor passes, and diverted inbound aircraft to focus on emergency operations.
- The B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range heavy bomber typically crewed by at least five members and is a key component of the U.S. strategic bomber force.
