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Edwards Air Force Base.
US Air Force base near Lancaster, California, United States (founded 1935)
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Boeing provides weapon systems officers and pilots for operations at Edwards Air Force Base, with Alexander Davis being from Lancaster.Well supported7 reports
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B-52 test flights were conducted at Edwards Air Force Base on June 16, 2026.Well supported5 reports
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Testing of new radar systems is underway on B-52 bombers at Edwards Air Force Base, which is located near Los Angeles.Well supported23 reports4 developments inside
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Edwards Air Force Base is located within the limits of Kern County.Well supported6 reports
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Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation are vying for U.S. government defense contracts while conducting testing and operations at Edwards Air Force Base.Some support1 report
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McDonnell Douglas conducted flight testing at Edwards AFB, with links to Pentagon personnel and operations in Baltimore.Some support1 report
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An NKC-135 tanker is supporting test and evaluation activities for specialized aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Aircraft produced in Farmingdale were shipped to Edwards Air Force Base.Some support1 report
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Troy Meink spoke about base operations at Edwards Air Force Base, which is located in South Dakota.Some support2 reports
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Edwards Air Force Base hosts B-52 bomber operations, and a crash investigation is underway involving safety review.Well supported15 reports4 developments inside
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Edwards Air Force Base straddles multiple counties, including Los Angeles County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A Lockheed facility was located in Palmdale, which falls within the boundaries of Los Angeles County.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Testing for a radar modernization program and a B-52 crash involving company employees occurred at Edwards Air Force Base on June 15, 2026.Well supported62 reports3 developments inside
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Janes analyzed photos from a B-21 test flight conducted at Edwards Air Force Base.Some support1 report
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Edwards Air Force Base, Antelope Valley, and Southern Nevada are described as forming part of the larger Aerospace Valley ecosystem and the Desert Southwest region.Some support1 report
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AI autonomy testing is underway at Edwards Air Force Base, involving a partnership between the base and TPS, a U.S. Air Force school.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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AFMC supports DARPA testing requirements at Edwards Air Force Base, overseeing major operational bases.Some support1 report
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The Royal Air Force, Hellenic Air Force, and allied forces were involved in joint testing projects at Edwards Air Force Base.Some support1 report
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B-52 modernization program continues despite a recent crash at Edwards Air Force Base.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Operational testing involving Edwards Air Force Base in San Bernardino County.Some support1 report
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Test flights are being conducted from Edwards Air Force Base related to the X-59 Supersonic Program.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
Gone quiet
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A B-52H crash occurred during testing at Edwards Air Force Base. Separately, Volare secured a 50-year lease on county land.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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Boeing and Edwards Air Force Base are involved in the investigation following a B-52 crash.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Boeing built B-52 bombers that are used at Edwards Air Force Base.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Boeing provided specialized personnel and equipment for operations at Edwards Air Force Base.Well supported28 reports15 developments inside
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Routine test mission conducted at Edwards Air Force Base on June 15, involving the base and Boeing.Well supported11 reports3 developments inside
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Edwards Air Force Base and Minnesota are mentioned in relation to their locations within the United States.Well supported3 reports
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A B-52 crash occurred at Edwards Air Force Base, while a Coast Guard helicopter crashed in Sitka, Alaska, on June 22, 2026.Well supported3 reports
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An investigation into a B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base is underway, involving United Airlines personnel and linked to conflicts with Iran.Some support1 report
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A Boeing aircraft was tested at Edwards Air Force Base, where a modernized radar was installed.Some support1 report
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An item remains airlifted from Edwards Air Force Base to Dover Air Force Base.Some support1 report
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Iowa natives and graduates are connected to Edwards Air Force Base.Some support1 report
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An incident involving employees at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California, which is situated in the region, has been ongoing since January 1, 2015.Well supported3 reports
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An incident occurred involving Edwards Air Force Base, affecting a victim who was a native of the state of Iowa.Well supported3 reports
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A pilot (Hovey) and a Boeing reservist (Davis) were identified as being associated with Edwards Air Force Base and Iowa State University.Some support1 report
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Newsom issued a statement regarding a base tragedy involving Boeing personnel at Edwards Air Force Base.Some support2 reports
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Edwards Air Force Base is hosting testing for Boeing defense contracts, including new Rolls-Royce engines for the B-52 fleet.Some support2 reports
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CNN reports on statements made by James Hayes regarding Boeing's manufacturing of B-52s at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California.Some support1 report
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The FAA regulates charter and skydiving planes, while routine military test missions occur at Edwards Air Force Base and are monitored by the Flight Safety Foundation.Some support2 reports
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Details emerge regarding individuals involved in the testing program at Edwards Air Force Base, including a weapon systems officer and a deputy commander.Well supported4 reports
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The article confirms the locations of Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana and Edwards Air Force Base in California.Some support1 report
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Boeing personnel associated with Tehachapi/Fort Worth were at the Edwards AFB crash site.Some support1 report
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Shared operational context of B-52 bomber fleet involving Edwards and Barksdale Air Force Bases.Some support1 report1 development inside
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B-52 aircraft were noted to be used in conflicts involving Iran, while Edwards Air Force Base continues to host defense contractor testing.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Edwards Air Force Base supports strategic operations against foreign targets.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Air Force is utilizing defense contractors for modernization efforts.Some support1 report
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AP reported on a previous crash incident that occurred at Edwards Air Force Base.Some support1 report
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A Boeing aircraft conducted a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base on June 16th. James Hayes is the deputy commander for the 412 Test Wing.Well supported4 reports
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Personnel ties linked Edwards Air Force Base and Barksdale Air Force Base during an incident on June 16th.Some support1 report
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Edwards Air Force Base is hosting testing for a manufacturer's aircraft, while the Governor has offered sympathies for the base community.Some support2 reports
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B-52 missions targeting Iran are underway from Edwards Air Force Base as part of the current conflict.Some support1 report
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A crash involving a B-52 bomber at Edwards Air Force Base has occurred, prompting comments from Governor Gavin Newsom.Well supported4 reports
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The responsible party for the B-52 Stratofortress involved in the crash at Edwards Air Force Base has been identified.Some support1 report
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Edwards Air Force Base was utilized for the landings of the Space Shuttle Columbia and hosted a first jet-powered aircraft test on June 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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An incident occurred at Edwards Air Force Base on June 1, 2026, which the base confirmed to the news organization CNN.Well supported3 reports
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Air Force Research Laboratory conducted research operations at Edwards Air Force Base on June 12, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Air Combat Command utilized Edwards Air Force Base for critical operational exercises, with Matthew Jensen commanding the unit.Some support1 report
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Michael Kratsios attended a supersonic flight announcement at Edwards Air Force Base on June 5, 2026.Some support1 report
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Edwards Air Force Base transitioned to long-term storage in Arizona, with expert commentary provided on May 26, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Around Edwards Air Force Base this week
News at the entities that move Edwards Air Force Base most-
Boeing StructuralUnited and Southwest are refusing new 737 MAX planes, and the FAA is investigating a software glitch issue.Moves Edwards Air Force Base
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United States Air Force StructuralAn incident involving explosives offenses occurred at a United States Air Force base located in Gloucestershire.Moves Edwards Air Force Base
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Alexander Davis StructuralA B-52H crash occurred near Kamenka village on June 16, involving Boeing employees.Moves Edwards Air Force Base
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Troy Meink OperationalTroy Meink acknowledged capabilities at a conference held at Schriever Space Force Base, while Ryan Roberts is the cyber leader at Deloitte Space practice.Moves Edwards Air Force Base
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Air Combat Command StructuralUS Air Force operates Air Combat Command and testing is underway under its oversight, involving General Atomics.Moves Edwards Air Force Base
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McDonnell Douglas OperationalBusiness Insider reported on the aerospace empire of McDonnell Douglas and its connection to a local family in Kirkwood.Moves Edwards Air Force Base
Connections
The 40 strongest of 81, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Boeing Structural
Edwards AFB serves as the critical operational and testing environment for advanced aircraft and systems manufactured by Boeing.
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James Hayes Structural
James Hayes holds the command position of Deputy Commander for the 412 Test Wing at Edwards Air Force Base.
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Hovey Structural
Hovey was a pilot whose professional function was based at Edwards Air Force Base.
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George Welsh Structural
George Welsh serves in the functional role of museum director at Edwards Air Force Base.
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United States Air Force Structural
The base functions as the dedicated operational center and testing ground for the strategic assets and units of the United States Air Force.
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James Hayes Structural
Hayes held the specific command role of deputy commander within the test wing structure of Edwards Air Force Base.
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Alexander Davis Structural
Alexander Davis served as a military service member and weapon systems officer at Edwards Air Force Base.
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Air Force Materiel Command Structural
Air Force Materiel Command exercises oversight and command authority over Edwards Air Force Base.
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Troy Meink Operational
Troy Meink actively interacts with Edwards Air Force Base by overseeing programs and participating in related investigations and operations.
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Rolls-Royce Structural
Edwards Air Force Base serves as the testing and operational proving ground for Rolls-Royce engines intended for the B-52 fleet.
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Farmingdale Structural
Farmingdale serves as a supplier of aircraft to Edwards Air Force Base.
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Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Operational
A crash event at Edwards Air Force Base directly affects the operational status of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
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Michael Kratsios Operational
Edwards Air Force Base was the location for an event related to the supersonic flight announcement attended by Michael Kratsios.
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Hellenic Air Force Operational
The relationship is characterized by international cooperation leading to joint interoperability.
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Air Combat Command Structural
Air Combat Command utilizes Edwards Air Force Base for critical operational exercises.
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McDonnell Douglas Operational
McDonnell Douglas utilizes Edwards Air Force Base for flight testing operations.
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Federal Aviation Administration Structural
Edwards AFB operates under the civil aviation rules and oversight of the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Air Force Research Laboratory Structural
AFRL conducts research operations utilizing the facilities at Edwards Air Force Base.
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Joby Aviation Operational
Joby Aviation is actively testing and operating aircraft utilizing the facilities and infrastructure of Edwards Air Force Base.
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Royal Air Force Operational
The Royal Air Force and Edwards Air Force Base participate in joint projects involving allied forces testing.
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Barksdale Air Force Base Operational
The two air bases share operational context, including personnel ties and involvement with the B-52 bomber fleet.
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John Young Shared context
The base was the operational location used for the Space Shuttle Columbia landings.
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Broglio Shared context
Broglio was present at Edwards Air Force Base to offer prayers for victims of an incident.
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Los Angeles County Shared context
The base is physically located within the geographic boundaries of Los Angeles County.
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National Transportation Safety Board Operational
The National Transportation Safety Board conducts safety investigations related to incidents occurring at Edwards Air Force Base.
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Bruce Cox Shared context
Bruce Cox was involved in a fatal test flight that occurred at Edwards Air Force Base.
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Iowa Shared context
The Edwards Air Force Base is located in Iowa, and Iowa natives are involved in the base's operations.
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France 24 Mentioned together
France 24 reported on a crashed B-52 bomber incident involving Edwards Air Force Base.
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Fox News Shared context
Fox News reported on a crash incident that occurred at the Edwards Air Force Base.
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Robert Dee Shared context
Robert Dee operates as a pilot in the 419th squadron, which is contextually based at Edwards Air Force Base.
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California Shared context
The Edwards Air Force Base is geographically located within the borders of the state of California.
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Dale White Operational
Dale White holds a management role overseeing systems that undergo testing at the Edwards Air Force Base.
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Flight Safety Foundation Shared context
The Foundation monitors flight safety, relating to the operational context of the Air Force Base.
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KABC Mentioned together
KABC reports on events, such as crashes, that occur at the Edwards Air Force Base.
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Los Angeles Shared context
Edwards Air Force Base is geographically situated in the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area.
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Lockheed Martin Operational
Edwards Air Force Base provides the testing site and operational environment utilized by Lockheed Martin for defense projects.
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Arizona Shared context
The base's location has been reported as changing between Arizona and Southern California, with recent events linked to Arizona.
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Associated Press Mentioned together
AP reports on events, such as crashes, that occur at the Edwards Air Force Base.
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Lauren Smith Shared context
Lauren Smith's husband was employed at the Edwards Air Force Base.
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Gavin Newsom Shared context
Governor Newsom publicly offered condolences and commented on the tragic operational failure at Edwards Air Force Base.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
5 events- Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation are vying for U.S. government defense contracts while conducting testing and operations at Edwards Air Force Base.
- McDonnell Douglas conducted flight testing at Edwards AFB, with links to Pentagon personnel and operations in Baltimore.
- An NKC-135 tanker is supporting test and evaluation activities for specialized aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base.
- Aircraft produced in Farmingdale were shipped to Edwards Air Force Base.
- A Lockheed facility was located in Palmdale, which falls within the boundaries of Los Angeles County.
August 2026
5 events- Janes analyzed photos from a B-21 test flight conducted at Edwards Air Force Base.
- Edwards Air Force Base, Antelope Valley, and Southern Nevada are described as forming part of the larger Aerospace Valley ecosystem and the Desert Southwest region.
- AI autonomy testing is underway at Edwards Air Force Base, involving a partnership between the base and TPS, a U.S. Air Force school.
- AFMC supports DARPA testing requirements at Edwards Air Force Base, overseeing major operational bases.
- The Royal Air Force, Hellenic Air Force, and allied forces were involved in joint testing projects at Edwards Air Force Base.
July 2026
2 eventsShow 1 earlier month
June 2026
48 events- Boeing provides weapon systems officers and pilots for operations at Edwards Air Force Base, with Alexander Davis being from Lancaster.
- B-52 test flights were conducted at Edwards Air Force Base on June 16, 2026.
- Testing of new radar systems is underway on B-52 bombers at Edwards Air Force Base, which is located near Los Angeles.
- Edwards Air Force Base is located within the limits of Kern County.
- Edwards Air Force Base hosts B-52 bomber operations, and a crash investigation is underway involving safety review.
- Edwards Air Force Base straddles multiple counties, including Los Angeles County.
- Testing for a radar modernization program and a B-52 crash involving company employees occurred at Edwards Air Force Base on June 15, 2026.
- B-52 modernization program continues despite a recent crash at Edwards Air Force Base.
- Test flights are being conducted from Edwards Air Force Base related to the X-59 Supersonic Program.
- A B-52H crash occurred during testing at Edwards Air Force Base. Separately, Volare secured a 50-year lease on county land.
- Boeing and Edwards Air Force Base are involved in the investigation following a B-52 crash.
- Boeing built B-52 bombers that are used at Edwards Air Force Base.
- A B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base.
- Boeing provided specialized personnel and equipment for operations at Edwards Air Force Base.
- Routine test mission conducted at Edwards Air Force Base on June 15, involving the base and Boeing.
- Edwards Air Force Base and Minnesota are mentioned in relation to their locations within the United States.
- A B-52 crash occurred at Edwards Air Force Base, while a Coast Guard helicopter crashed in Sitka, Alaska, on June 22, 2026.
- An investigation into a B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base is underway, involving United Airlines personnel and linked to conflicts with Iran.
- A Boeing aircraft was tested at Edwards Air Force Base, where a modernized radar was installed.
- An item remains airlifted from Edwards Air Force Base to Dover Air Force Base.
- Iowa natives and graduates are connected to Edwards Air Force Base.
- An incident involving employees at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California, which is situated in the region, has been ongoing since January 1, 2015.
- An incident occurred involving Edwards Air Force Base, affecting a victim who was a native of the state of Iowa.
- A pilot (Hovey) and a Boeing reservist (Davis) were identified as being associated with Edwards Air Force Base and Iowa State University.
- Newsom issued a statement regarding a base tragedy involving Boeing personnel at Edwards Air Force Base.
- Edwards Air Force Base is hosting testing for Boeing defense contracts, including new Rolls-Royce engines for the B-52 fleet.
- CNN reports on statements made by James Hayes regarding Boeing's manufacturing of B-52s at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California.
- The FAA regulates charter and skydiving planes, while routine military test missions occur at Edwards Air Force Base and are monitored by the Flight Safety Foundation.
- Details emerge regarding individuals involved in the testing program at Edwards Air Force Base, including a weapon systems officer and a deputy commander.
- The article confirms the locations of Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana and Edwards Air Force Base in California.
- Boeing personnel associated with Tehachapi/Fort Worth were at the Edwards AFB crash site.
- Shared operational context of B-52 bomber fleet involving Edwards and Barksdale Air Force Bases.
- B-52 aircraft were noted to be used in conflicts involving Iran, while Edwards Air Force Base continues to host defense contractor testing.
- Edwards Air Force Base supports strategic operations against foreign targets.
- The Air Force is utilizing defense contractors for modernization efforts.
- AP reported on a previous crash incident that occurred at Edwards Air Force Base.
- A Boeing aircraft conducted a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base on June 16th. James Hayes is the deputy commander for the 412 Test Wing.
- Personnel ties linked Edwards Air Force Base and Barksdale Air Force Base during an incident on June 16th.
- Edwards Air Force Base is hosting testing for a manufacturer's aircraft, while the Governor has offered sympathies for the base community.
- B-52 missions targeting Iran are underway from Edwards Air Force Base as part of the current conflict.
- A crash involving a B-52 bomber at Edwards Air Force Base has occurred, prompting comments from Governor Gavin Newsom.
- The responsible party for the B-52 Stratofortress involved in the crash at Edwards Air Force Base has been identified.
- Edwards Air Force Base was utilized for the landings of the Space Shuttle Columbia and hosted a first jet-powered aircraft test on June 1, 2026.
- An incident occurred at Edwards Air Force Base on June 1, 2026, which the base confirmed to the news organization CNN.
- Air Force Research Laboratory conducted research operations at Edwards Air Force Base on June 12, 2026.
- Air Combat Command utilized Edwards Air Force Base for critical operational exercises, with Matthew Jensen commanding the unit.
- Michael Kratsios attended a supersonic flight announcement at Edwards Air Force Base on June 5, 2026.
- Edwards Air Force Base transitioned to long-term storage in Arizona, with expert commentary provided on May 26, 2026.