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One of the 8 people killed in B-52 crash at California base had just welcomed baby
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- One of the eight people killed in the crash of an Air Force B-52 bomber in California was Jeromy Smith, a civilian flight test engineer who had recently welcomed a newborn son.
- The crash occurred shortly after takeoff during a routine test mission supporting a radar modernization program, and the cause remains under investigation.
- Jeromy Smith had worked at Edwards Air Force Base for 10 years, received the Aerial Achievement Medal, and was described by his wife as dedicated and proud of his service.
- The flight had been delayed multiple times before Monday, leading Smith’s wife to express concerns that the plane might not have been ready to fly.
- Authorities have not yet released the names of all victims, and a full investigation could take up to six months before findings are made public.
