B-52 crashes at Edwards Air Force Base
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test mission at Edwards Air Force Base in California, resulting in the deaths of all eight people on board. The Boeing Company confirmed that two of its employees were among the victims.
Why it matters
The loss of life and the destruction of a major military asset during a test mission raise questions about aviation safety and military testing protocols.
The Boeing Company confirmed two of its employees were among the eight people killed in a B-52 bomber test mission crash in the Mojave Desert. Keenan Willard reports for the NBC4 News at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026.
The report is a factual account of a tragic event based on official military and corporate statements.
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