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B-52 Crashes at Edwards AFB, runway closed

6/16/2026

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B-52 Crash

A towering black smoke plume from the crash was visible for miles across the Los Angeles region.
The U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California; situation remains ongoing.
Emergency crews arrived, closed the runway and diverted all inbound aircraft.
The base halted non-commercial visitor passes; Congressman Jay Obernolte and Rep. Lisa McClain posted prayers.

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B-52 Crash

The downed B-52 was an $85 million nuclear-capable bomber that had recently received a new radar system.
An Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed after takeoff at Edwards Air Base, California, prompting emergency crews and suspension of passes.
House Republicans posted prayers for crew, families and responders on X, attaching an American-flag image.
Mishaps include a Navy Growler collision on May 17 and an F/A-18 Hornet crash on June 13.

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B-52 Crash

A towering black smoke plume from the crash was visible for miles across the Los Angeles region.
The U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California; situation remains ongoing.
Emergency crews arrived, closed the runway and diverted all inbound aircraft.
The base halted non-commercial visitor passes; Congressman Jay Obernolte and Rep. Lisa McClain posted prayers.

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