A Boeing-manufactured U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base on Monday, June 15, 2026.
The accident killed all eight people on board during a routine radar modernization test mission.
The crew consisted of military personnel, government civilians, and contractors.
Boeing confirmed that two of its employees were among the fatalities.
Officials expect the investigation into the cause of the crash to take several months.
The base temporarily closed its airfield following the incident.