Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Today we pause to honor the lives of the eight Airmen aboard B-52H Stratofortress 60-0061, callsign "TORCH 11." Their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving their nation will never be forgotten.
This video is a tribute to the aircraft, the mission, and, most importantly, the incredible men who gave their lives in service to their country. As members of the United States Air Force, they represented the very best of military aviation, courage, teamwork, and sacrifice.
The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has served as one of America's most recognizable strategic bombers for more than seven decades. Behind every mission are highly trained crews whose dedication often goes unseen. Today, we remember one of those crews.
In Loving Memory
• Colonel Gregory Watson
Mission Commander and leader whose professionalism inspired those around him.
• Lieutenant Colonel Gabriel Estrella
A dedicated Airman whose service reflected honor, integrity, and excellence.
• Retired Lieutenant Colonel Miles Middleton
A lifelong aviator whose passion for aviation and service continued long after retirement.
• Major Alexander Davis
Remembered for his commitment to his fellow Airmen and the mission.
• Major Robert Dee
A respected officer whose dedication helped strengthen the bomber community.
• Major Brao Hovey
A skilled aviator whose love of flying and service will always be remembered.
• Jeromy Snith
A valued member of the crew whose contributions were vital to every mission.
• Christopher Rischar
Remembered for his dedication, friendship, and unwavering commitment to those around him.
To the families, friends, fellow Airmen, and everyone touched by their lives, our deepest condolences remain with you. May we never forget the sacrifice these eight heroes made while serving something greater than themselves.
"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." — John 15:13
May they forever have blue skies, smooth air, and tailwinds.
Rest Easy, TORCH 11. Your watch is complete.
Never Forgotten.
Please watch the Edwards AFB Tribute to these Brave men
youtube.com/watch?v=z1tX6Q5KwmI
Music: Blue Skies and Tailwinds by Aircraft Expeditions
Special Thanks to Michael Minemeyer For the Use of His Footage in this Video.
Today we pause to honor the lives of the eight Airmen aboard B-52H Stratofortress 60-0061, callsign "TORCH 11." Their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving their nation will never be forgotten.
This video is a tribute to the aircraft, the mission, and, most importantly, the incredible men who gave their lives in service to their country. As members of the United States Air Force, they represented the very best of military aviation, courage, teamwork, and sacrifice.
The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has served as one of America's most recognizable strategic bombers for more than seven decades. Behind every mission are highly trained crews whose dedication often goes unseen. Today, we remember one of those crews.
In Loving Memory
• Colonel Gregory Watson
Mission Commander and leader whose professionalism inspired those around him.
• Lieutenant Colonel Gabriel Estrella
A dedicated Airman whose service reflected honor, integrity, and excellence.
• Retired Lieutenant Colonel Miles Middleton
A lifelong aviator whose passion for aviation and service continued long after retirement.
• Major Alexander Davis
Remembered for his commitment to his fellow Airmen and the mission.
• Major Robert Dee
A respected officer whose dedication helped strengthen the bomber community.
• Major Brao Hovey
A skilled aviator whose love of flying and service will always be remembered.
• Jeromy Snith
A valued member of the crew whose contributions were vital to every mission.
• Christopher Rischar
Remembered for his dedication, friendship, and unwavering commitment to those around him.
To the families, friends, fellow Airmen, and everyone touched by their lives, our deepest condolences remain with you. May we never forget the sacrifice these eight heroes made while serving something greater than themselves.
"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." — John 15:13
May they forever have blue skies, smooth air, and tailwinds.
Rest Easy, TORCH 11. Your watch is complete.
Never Forgotten.
Please watch the Edwards AFB Tribute to these Brave men
youtube.com/watch?v=z1tX6Q5KwmI
Music: Blue Skies and Tailwinds by Aircraft Expeditions
Special Thanks to Michael Minemeyer For the Use of His Footage in this Video.
