A B-1 bomber crashed at Ellsworth Air Force Base due to undisciplined leadership, unforeseen weather, and organizational culture issues. The crew’s failure to monitor critical flight data, coupled with dense fog and rapid wind changes, hindered their ability to maintain the proper path and landing speed, resulting in a $456 million loss. Addressing these cultural and communication issues is crucial to prevent future accidents. Continue reading Lack of discipline, bad weather caused Ellsworth’s $456 million B-1 bomber crash, report says