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SR-71 Blackbird Vanishes from Edwards Base Amid NASA X-Plane Revival
aerospace15 days ago

SR-71 Blackbird Vanishes from Edwards Base Amid NASA X-Plane Revival

A retired SR-71 Blackbird has disappeared from public display at NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in California. The aircraft, which was the last of its kind to fly, vanished from satellite imagery in May. This disappearance coincides with NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman’s recent unveiling of a new high-speed experimental aircraft silhouette, fueling speculation about a return-to-flight program or a new hypersonic testbed.

via New York Post|
#aerospace#edwards-air-force-base#jared-isaacman
Edwards B-52 crash: eight crew members identified
military3 months ago

Edwards B-52 crash: eight crew members identified

Edwards Air Force Base released the names of eight crew members killed when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff during a routine test mission. Following a 24-hour waiting period for next-of-kin notifications, the base honored the fallen—Col. Gregory Watson, Lt. Col. Gabriel Estrella, Retired Lt. Col. Miles Middleton, Maj. Alexander Davis, Maj. Robert Dee, Maj. Brad Hovey, Jeromy Smith, and Christopher Rischar—and said the crash is under investigation by an Interim Safety Investigation Board, with the airfield closed until further notice.

via edwards.af.mil|
#412th-test-wing#b-52-stratofortress#edwards-air-force-base
Edwards B-52 Crash: Eight Crewmembers Identified
military3 months ago

Edwards B-52 Crash: Eight Crewmembers Identified

The Pentagon released the identities of eight people killed when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California during a routine test mission; the deceased include Col. Gregory Watson, Lt. Col. Gabriel Estrella, Retired Lt. Col. Miles Middleton, Maj. Alexander Davis, Maj. Robert Dee, Maj. Brad Hovey, and civilians Jeromy Smith and Christopher Rischar. Boeing employees Watson and Middleton were among the deceased, and an Accident Investigation Board will investigate the crash, with findings potentially taking up to six months.

via NBC News|
#b-52#edwards-air-force-base#eight-killed
Edwards AFB B-52 Crash Kills Eight During Modernization Test
military3 months ago

Edwards AFB B-52 Crash Kills Eight During Modernization Test

Eight people—a mix of military personnel, government civilians and contractors—died when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base during a routine test tied to the Air Force's fleet modernization; investigators will examine takeoff performance, engine status, and maintenance records, and the full probe could take up to six months as flight tests are paused.

via Fox News|
#b-52-crash#edwards-air-force-base#eight-victims
Edwards B-52 Crash Tests Longevity of Historic Bomber Upgrades
military3 months ago

Edwards B-52 Crash Tests Longevity of Historic Bomber Upgrades

Eight people died when a B-52H involved in a radar-upgrade test at Edwards Air Force Base crashed after takeoff; investigators have not yet determined the cause. The incident interrupts a long-running effort to modernize the aging bomber, which remains central to U.S. strategic airpower and is tested at Edwards with new engines and sensors; Boeing employees were among the crew.

via Los Angeles Times|
#air-force-upgrades#aviation-safety#b-52
New father among eight killed in Edwards AFB B-52 crash during radar-test mission
us-news3 months ago

New father among eight killed in Edwards AFB B-52 crash during radar-test mission

Eight people were killed when a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California during a radar-system test for a modernization program. Among the victims was Jeromy Smith, a Defense Department civilian flight test engineer who had just welcomed a son four months ago and leaves behind a two-year-old daughter, Fletcher; his wife Lauren spoke about his dedication to the country. Boeing confirmed two of its employees were also killed. The crash is under investigation, with initial fact-finding up to 30 days before an Accident Investigation Board reviews the case, and final findings may take months to release.

via NBC News|
#b-52#edwards-air-force-base#jeromy-smith
Eight Lives Lost as B-52 Crashes After Takeoff From Edwards AFB During Test Mission
defense3 months ago

Eight Lives Lost as B-52 Crashes After Takeoff From Edwards AFB During Test Mission

Eight people—military personnel and civilian contractors—died when a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed after taking off from Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California during a radar modernization test mission. The cause is under investigation and could take months; victims have not yet been identified. Boeing said two victims were its employees, and condolences were offered by the Secretary of the Air Force as the inquiry continues.

via USA Today|
#air-force-crash#b-52-stratofortress#casualties
Eight Die After US Air Force B-52 Crashes During Test Flight at Edwards AFB
technology3 months ago

Eight Die After US Air Force B-52 Crashes During Test Flight at Edwards AFB

Eight people were killed when a US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California during a routine test flight; there were no survivors, and investigators may take up to six months to determine the cause. The long-serving bomber involved was linked to a radar modernization program, and the base was closed with inbound traffic rerouted as officials begin the investigation; two Boeing employees were among those on board.

via Al Jazeera|
#b-52-bomber#california-crash#edwards-air-force-base
Eight Killed in B-52 Crash During Edwards AFB Test Flight
military3 months ago

Eight Killed in B-52 Crash During Edwards AFB Test Flight

Eight people are presumed dead after a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California during a routine test mission; initial indications were that the crash was non-survivable. The victims include military members, government employees, and civilian contractors. The base remained closed with inbound flights diverted while officials begin a safety review ahead of a formal accident investigation board, a process that could take up to six months. Authorities have not yet released a cause; aviation safety experts have suggested a possible flight-control malfunction during testing.

via The Guardian|
#accident-investigation#aviation#b-52