Breaking: B-52 Stratofortress Crashes After Takeoff From Edwards AFB, Crew Status Unknown
By Bob HogeThe U.S. military is reporting that a B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edward Air Force Base in California’s Mojave Desert around 11:20 am Monday.
Fox News’ Bill Melugin reports:
RedState’s Buzz Patterson responded with a heavy heart:Edwards Air Force Base in California confirms that a U.S. B-52 Stratofortress has crashed shortly after takeoff. No word on the crew yet. https://t.co/f3FJ3RS4sM
— Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) June 15, 2026
BREAKING: Damn. This just happened. Prayers up for all involved, especially the families! These are so rough. 😢Training is dangerous! 🙏🇺🇸✝️ pic.twitter.com/e7pbhiQDLT
— Buzz Patterson (@BuzzPatterson) June 15, 2026
Emergency crews are on the scene at the base, which is around 120 miles north of Los Angeles. "Emergency crews immediately responded to the scene and the situation is ongoing," the base said in a statement.
The aircraft is key to U.S. air power:
The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range bomber used for a variety of military missions. Capable of subsonic speeds and altitudes of 50,000 feet, the bomber was a workhorse of Operation Desert Storm in 1991 and has been the backbone of the United States' bomber force for decades.
It typically carries a crew of five.
Photographs show that the situation is severe:
Breaking911 on X: "BREAKING: Initial reports indicate a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base. Emergency crews are responding to the scene. Details remain limited. pic.twitter.com/T1K7EZjgE2" / X
— Blue Falcon (@BlueFalcon7509) June 15, 2026
RedState will keep you updated as new information comes in.
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