B-52 Bomber Crash at Edwards Air Force Base
A U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base, prompting an immediate emergency response. The incident occurred on June 15, 2026, at approximately 11:59 PM local time.
Emergency crews rushed to the scene as thick black smoke billowed from the wreckage scattered across the desert airfield. The aircraft went down moments after departing from the base, which is located in California’s Mojave Desert.
As of now, authorities have not released information regarding the condition of those on board or the cause of the crash. The U.S. Air Force is expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.
Edwards Air Force Base is a major center for flight testing and training, and the B-52 Stratofortress has been a cornerstone of the U.S. bomber fleet for decades. This crash marks a rare and serious accident involving the long-serving aircraft.
More details will be provided as they become available.
