Air Force identifies eight killed in deadly B-52 crash in California (opens original article in a new tab)

Eight individuals died in a B-52 crash during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base, with the cause of the incident still under investigation.

• Eight people, including four airmen, one reservist, and three civilians, died in a B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base.
• The crash occurred during a test flight for a radar modernization program aimed at extending the B-52's service life until 2050.
• The cause of the crash remains undetermined, with an investigation expected to take up to six months.