Air Force identifies 8 victims killed in B-52 bomber crash

The U.S. Air Force on Wednesday released the names of the eight crew members who were killed when a B-52 bomber crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California.Read more trending news The Stratofortress crashed and burst into flames shortly after takeoff on Monday, KNBC reported.“It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that I can now share the names of the eight extraordinary Americans we lost during Monday’s B-52 crash,” Col. Thomas Tauer, 412th Test Wing Commander, said in a statement. “They were dedicated professionals, beloved family members and irreplaceable teammates.B-52 bomber crashes, 8 crew members killed“Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies are with their families, loved ones and fellow Airmen, Air Force civilians and mission partners affected by this tragedy.”The victims are:Col. Gregory Watson, 53, of Shreveport, Louisiana. He was weapon systems officer for Boeing (Air Force reservist, assigned to the 10th Air Force, Naval Air Station Join