B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at US military base in Southern California (opens original article in a new tab)

A B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at a U.S. Air Force base in Southern California, prompting emergency response efforts and airfield closures.

• A B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California
• Emergency crews responded to the crash with the airfield closed and visitor passes suspended
• The B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range bomber used since 1955 for various conflicts