A B-52 strategic bomber belonging to the US Air Force crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California. The incident occurred today, June 16, during a test flight.
The plane crashed and burned shortly after takeoff. As a result, all 8 crew members on board died. A special investigation commission has begun work to determine the causes of the crash. The exact cause is not yet known.
The B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range strategic bomber of the US, capable of carrying nuclear and high-precision weapons.
