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Iowan Identified As Victim In Edwards AFB B52 Crash

By Mandy Billings Jun 17, 2026 | 3:09 PM

(Edwards AFB, CA ) — The Air Force has identified those killed in a B-52 bomber crash in California, and one of the victims is from Iowa.

Thirty-five-year-old Brad Hovey was a 2009 graduate of Adel-Desoto-Minburn High School. Eight people were killed during takeoff from Edwards Air Force base in California during a routine test mission on Monday. Hovey was a pilot with the 419th Flight Test Squadron at Edwards Air Force Base in California.

“Along with every Iowan, Kevin and I mourn the loss of Maj. Brad Hovey and we offer our sincere condolences and prayers for his family,” said Governor Kim Reynolds. “Again, we are reminded of the incredible sacrifice demanded of every American who chooses to serve our country. As we honor Maj. Hovey’s life and service, let us never forget the cost of our freedom.”

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