Boeing B-52 Stratofortress
Coverage of Boeing B-52 Stratofortress in the Nexus archive.
- Military officials identify all 8 victims of fiery B-52 crash at California Air Force base
Military officials identified eight victims of a B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California. The victims included active duty airmen, a reservist, and civilians. The crash occurred during a test flight, and the investigation may take six months.
- Military officials identify all 8 victims of fiery B-52 crash at California Air Force base
Military officials identified eight individuals killed in a B-52 crash during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California. The victims include four active duty airmen, one reservist, three civilians, and the cause remains under investigation, which could take six months to complete.
- Investigation into deadly B-52 bomber crash could take months, US officials say
A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. The investigation into the crash could take up to six months, according to officials.
- Investigation into deadly B-52 bomber crash could take months, US officials say
A US Air Force Boeing B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. The investigation into the crash could take up to six months, according to US officials.
- B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at US military base in Southern California
A B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California’s Mojave Desert around 11:20 a.m. on Monday. Emergency crews responded to the incident, but no immediate information was provided on whether anyone was hurt. The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, a long-range bomber, has been used in conflicts including the Vietnam War and recent Middle East operations. The crash follows a 2023 incident where a regional airliner evaded a B-52 in North Dakota.
- B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at US military base in Southern California
A B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California around 11:20 a.m. Monday. The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, typically crewed by five people, is a long-range bomber with a history dating back to 1955. No immediate information was provided on whether anyone was hurt.