Edwards Air Force Base
Coverage of Edwards Air Force Base in the Nexus archive.
- Procession honors service member killed in B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base
A procession honored Lt. Col. Gabriel Estrella, one of eight people killed in a B-52 bomber crash shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base.
- 4.3-magnitude earthquake near Edwards Air Force Base felt across LA County
A 4.3-magnitude earthquake near Johannesburg in Kern County, north of Edwards Air Force Base, was felt across Los Angeles County. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the event.
- Edwards Air Force Base memorial service honors 8 victims killed in B-52 crash
A memorial service was held at Edwards Air Force Base to honor eight people killed in a B-52 bomber crash. The event commemorated the victims of last week's incident.
- Memorial held to honor 8 killed in Edwards Air Force Base B-52 crash
A memorial was held at Edwards Air Force Base to honor eight individuals killed in a B-52 Stratofortress crash during a test mission on June 15. The event, attended by family members, service personnel, and community members, took place in Hangar 1623.
- Today in History: June 24, Sally Ride completes historic space shuttle mission
On June 24, 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman in space as the space shuttle Challenger landed safely at Edwards Air Force Base in California. Other historical events on this date include Henry VIII's coronation in 1509 and Napoleon Bonaparte's invasion of Russia in 1812.
- Coast Guard helicopter crashes on a training mission in Alaska and four crew members are injured
A Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed near Harbor Mountain in Sitka, Alaska, during a routine training mission, injuring all four crew members. Rescuers transported the injured to Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center, and the Coast Guard confirmed no deaths. The crash is part of a series of three major aviation incidents in the U.S. this month.
- The B-52 bomber is an iconic, aging warhorse. Probe of fatal crash could influence its future
An investigation into the B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California, which killed 8 airmen, will review past incidents involving the aging fleet of heavy bombers.
- The B-52 bomber is an iconic, aging warhorse. Probe of fatal crash could influence its future
An investigation into a fatal B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California, which killed 8 airmen, will review past incidents involving the aging bomber fleet. The probe may influence the future of the B-52 fleet.
- Haunting final words B-52 pilot told his wife before doomed flight
A B-52 pilot shared final words with his wife before a crash during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base. Military officials have not disclosed the cause of the crash, and an investigation is ongoing.
- US air force names eight killed in Boeing B-52 test flight crash in California
The US Air Force has released the names of eight individuals killed in a Boeing B-52 test flight crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California. The victims include four active-duty airmen, one reservist, and three civilians as the investigation into the crash continues.
- Eight Victims Named in Deadly B-52 Crash in California
A B-52 bomber crashed at Edwards Air Force Base moments after takeoff during a routine testing mission, killing eight people.
- Air Force ID's 8 people killed in B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base
Eight people died after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base, according to officials. The Air Force identified the victims in the incident.
- Air Force ID's 8 people killed in B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base
Eight people died when a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base, according to officials. The Air Force has identified all those killed in the incident.
- Air Force ID's 8 people killed in B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base
Eight people died after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base, according to officials. The Air Force has identified the individuals killed in the incident.
- Air Force ID's 8 people killed in B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base
Eight people died after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base. The Air Force identified the victims in the incident.
- 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 during a test flight. The victims included four active duty airmen, one reservist, and three civilians. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with a potential six-month timeline.
- 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.
- Military officials identify all 8 victims of fiery B-52 crash at California Air Force base
Military officials have identified all eight people killed in a fiery B-52 crash during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California. The victims were men, as stated in the official announcement.
- Air Force to identify victims in fatal B-52 bomber crash
The Air Force will identify eight crew members killed in a B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California. The crash occurred during a routine test mission for the Radar Modernization Program.
- Family of Boeing pilot killed in B-52 Stratofortress crash ID victim
A B-52 Stratofortress crash at Edwards Air Force Base killed eight individuals, including Miles Middleton, a Boeing pilot and U.S. Air Force veteran. Middleton's family confirmed his presence on the flight but noted uncertainty about his role during the test mission. Military officials will release the names of all victims on Wednesday.
- As Mourning Begins, Deadly B-52 Crash Highlights Age of Bomber Fleet
A deadly B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base in 2024 has prompted mourning and highlighted the aging bomber fleet. The incident occurred on the runway at the base, raising concerns about the military's aircraft maintenance and modernization.
- Flight tracking data shows B-52 took sharp turn before crashing, killing all 8 on board
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people on board. Flight tracking data indicates the aircraft made a sharp 180-degree turn and descended at 5,056 feet per minute before impact. The crash occurred during a radar modernization program aimed at extending the bomber's service life through 2050.
- Two victims identified in deadly B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base
Two victims have been identified in a deadly B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base. Officials are investigating the incident, and families are beginning to identify and remember the victims.
- Father of two young boys killed in B-52 crash as wife shares grief: ‘Flipped our world upside-down’
A husband and father of two young boys was killed in a B-52 Stratofortress crash at Edwards Air Force Base. His wife described the incident as having 'flipped our world upside-down.'
- B-52 on test flight was airborne for over 3 minutes before crashing, killing 8
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people aboard. The aircraft was airborne for 3 minutes and 15 seconds before descending at 5,056 feet per minute, and the cause remains under investigation. The plane was part of a radar modernization program to extend its operational lifespan through 2050.
- B-52 bomber crash came as Air Force was upgrading legendary workhorse
A B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base resulted in 8 fatalities. The incident occurred as the Air Force was upgrading the B-52, a strategic bomber that has served as the backbone of the U.S. bomber force for over 60 years.
- B-52 bomber crash came as Air Force was upgrading legendary workhorse
A B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base killed 8 people onboard. The incident occurred as the Air Force was upgrading the B-52, a strategic bomber that has served the United States for over 60 years.
- Wife of B-52 crash victim speaks out: 'Something was wrong with the plane'
Lauren Smith, wife of Jeromy Smith—a U.S. Air Force flight test engineer—spoke out about the B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California that killed all eight crew members. She claimed, 'Something was wrong with the plane' following the incident.
- 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 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, killing 8
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people aboard. The aircraft plunged at nearly 1,541 meters per minute after a sharp 180-degree turn, with the cause under investigation. The flight was part of a radar modernization program to extend the bomber's operational lifespan.
- B-52 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, killing 8
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people aboard. Tracking data shows the plane made a sharp right turn and plunged at nearly 1,541 meters per minute before crashing, with the cause under investigation. The aircraft was part of a radar modernization program to extend its service life through 2050.
- B-52 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, killing 8
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people aboard. The aircraft plummeted at nearly a mile per minute after making a sharp turn, and the cause remains under investigation. The flight was part of a radar modernization program aimed at extending the bomber's service life.
- B-52 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, killing 8
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. The aircraft descended at nearly 5,056 feet per minute after making a sharp 180-degree turn, and the cause remains under investigation. The flight was part of a radar modernization program to upgrade the bomber fleet.
- B-52 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, killing 8
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight crew members. Tracking data showed the plane descended at nearly a mile per minute after a sharp turn, likely linked to a radar modernization program. The Air Force said the aircraft was part of efforts to extend the B-52's operational lifespan through 2050.
- What went wrong? Investigators probing B-52 crash that killed 8 in California
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California on Monday, killing all eight people aboard. Investigators are examining the incident, with former Top Gun pilot Matthew Buckley noting the aircraft was likely used as a test platform for a radar modernization program.
- What to know about Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California’s Mojave Desert
Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert is a historic site for aviation milestones, including the first jet-powered flight and breaking the sound barrier. A recent B-52 bomber crash during a test flight killed all eight crew members, highlighting the base's role in ongoing military aircraft development.
- 8 crew members killed when B-52 bomber crashes during ‘test mission’
Eight crew members were killed when a U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed during a routine test mission shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California. The crash is the deadliest involving a B-52 since 1982, and Boeing confirmed two of its employees were among those on board.
- 8 people died in B-52 bomber crash at US Air Force base in Southern California, officials say
A B-52 bomber crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California, killing all eight people aboard, including military personnel and government contractors. The crash occurred during a routine test mission for the radar modernization program, with Boeing confirming two employees were on board. The cause remains under investigation, which may take up to six months.