Eight airmen were killed in a B-52 Stratofortress crash at Edwards Air Force Base in Yolo County, California, on June 15, 2026, during a routine test flight. The victims have been identified.
The crash occurred shortly after takeoff during a test mission for the Radar Modernization Program. The aircraft crashed back onto the same runway, causing the airfield to close for cleanup.
An investigation is ongoing and may take up to six months. The base community near Davis is mourning the loss of these dedicated professionals.