A B-52 Stratofortress fell shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing the crew onboard; eight crew members died. Officials report the aircraft was on a local test sortie tied to a radar modernization program; investigators are assessing potential causes. responders rushed as the airfield it was secured and the incident remains under investigation. Other reports note eight people died in the incident at a Southern California base; authorities continue to investigate without immediate disclosures.