8 killed in B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base

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Eight people are dead after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after taking off at California's Edwards Air Force Base on Monday. The Air Force reports the eight-engine plane was on a routine test mission when it crashed and exploded in flames.

Authorities say those aboard the aircraft were a mix of uniformed military and civilians whose identities will be withheld until their next of kin are notified…

Eight people are dead after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after taking off at California's Edwards Air Force Base on Monday. The Air Force reports the eight-engine plane was on a routine test mission when it crashed and exploded in flames.

Authorities say those aboard the aircraft were a mix of uniformed military and civilians whose identities will be withheld until their next of kin are notified…

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