B-52
Coverage of B-52 in the Nexus archive.
- US Air Force jet engine manufacturing plagued by ‘significant challenges’
The U.S. Air Force is addressing significant challenges in jet engine manufacturing, including production delays, quality control issues, and supply chain problems, by seeking new engines and manufacturers through a Request for Information with an August 28 deadline. The initiative aims to resolve delays and cost overruns in programs like the F-35 and B-52, prioritizing supply chain resilience, lifecycle costs, and scalable production.
- Air Force will resume B-52 radar testing with second bomber following deadly crash
The Air Force will resume B-52 radar testing using a second bomber after a deadly crash. The decision follows the crash but does not mention specific details about the incident or testing adjustments.
- Edwards AFB releases names of eight flight members on B-52 that crashed Monday
Military officials have released the names of eight Air Force personnel and government staff who were aboard a B-52 flight that crashed shortly after takeoff near Mojave on Monday. The crash occurred near Mojave, and the identities of those involved have been disclosed.
- Military officials identify all 8 victims of fiery B-52 crash at California Air Force base
Military officials have identified all eight people killed in a fiery B-52 crash during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California. The victims were men, as stated in the official announcement.
- As Mourning Begins, Deadly B-52 Crash Highlights Age of Bomber Fleet
A deadly B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base in 2024 has prompted mourning and highlighted the aging bomber fleet. The incident occurred on the runway at the base, raising concerns about the military's aircraft maintenance and modernization.
- B-52 on test flight was airborne for over 3 minutes before crashing, killing 8
A B-52 on a test flight crashed at an Air Force base in California after being airborne for over three minutes. The plane descended at nearly 10 times the normal landing rate, killing all eight people aboard.
- B-52 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, killing 8
A B-52 on a test flight at an Air Force base in California made a sharp right turn and nearly completed a 180-degree turn before crashing, resulting in eight fatalities. Tracking data indicates the aircraft plunged to the ground at nearly a mile per minute.
- B-52 on test flight plunged at nearly a mile a minute before crashing, killing 8
A B-52 on a test flight at an Air Force base in California made a sharp right turn and nearly completed a 180-degree turn before crashing at nearly a mile a minute, resulting in eight deaths.
- 8 believed dead in B-52 crash at California's Edwards Air Force Base
A B-52 with eight people on board crashed Monday after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California. The incident is being reported by Carter Evans.
- B-52 military jet crashes at Edwards Air Force Base in California
A B-52 military jet crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday. Emergency crews are responding to the incident.
- B-52 crashes at Edwards, crew condition unknown
A B-52 bomber crashed at Edwards Air Force Base shortly after takeoff at 11:20 AM local time. The condition of the crew remains unknown.