Eight killed in US Air Force B-52 bomber crash

A B-52 bomber crashed during a routine test mission at Edwards Air Force Base in California, resulting in the deaths of all eight people aboard, including military personnel and Boeing employees. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff, and the aircraft caught fire upon impact. An investigation into the cause of the crash, which may take up to six months, is underway. The B-52, in service since 1955, is undergoing upgrades to enhance its radar capabilities.

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