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B-52 Bomber Crashes at Edwards Air Force Base, Investigation Underway

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A B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert on Monday morning, creating a significant plume of smoke. Emergency crews responded quickly, but the condition of the crew and the number of personnel on board remain undisclosed. The crash has led to the closure of the airfield, with all inbound flights being diverted and non-commercial visitor access suspended. The B-52, a long-serving aircraft in the Air Force, has been involved in various military operations, including recent conflicts. This incident marks a serious event, as the last fatal crash of a B-52 occurred in 2008.

Key Details: • Emergency crews responded immediately; airfield closed for investigation. • All non-commercial visitor passes suspended until further notice. • The B-52 has been in service since 1955 and is crucial to the Air Force's operations.

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