Boeing B-52 Stratofortress that crashed on Monday was conducting testing for radar-related modifications, officials said. [Credit: U.S. Air Force]
Key Takeaways:
Edwards Air Force Base officially named the eight crewmembers who died in a B-52 Stratofortress crash, marking one of the most fatal incidents for the aircraft model and base.
The deceased included a mix of active-duty military personnel, reservists, retired military, and government contractors, serving in roles such as pilots, weapon systems officers, and flight test engineers.
An official accident investigation is underway, with public conclusions expected in six months, while one victim's family reported the flight was delayed due to "something wrong with the plane" prior to takeoff.
Edwards Air Force Base (KEDW) has officially named the eight crewmembers who died in Monday’s B-52 Stratofortress crash, which was one of the most fatal in the model and base’s history.
Per a Wednesday afternoon update, the names were released following a mandated 24-hour waiting period to notify the victims’ next of kin.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
