X-15 Monument Site
The X-15 Monument Site in Ridgecrest, CA, commemorates Major Michael Adams, a USAF pilot who tragically lost his life during a test flight of the North American Aviation X-15. Dedicated on May 8, 2004, the monument stands on BLM land, a quarter mile west of Trona Road, and serves as a tribute to the contributions of aerospace science and the bravery of test pilots.
Initiated by Eagle Scout John Bodylski, the monument is supported by various individuals and organizations, including the Civil Air Patrol and Major Greg Frazier. Visitors to the site are encouraged to honor the memory of Major Adams and all aircrew who have sacrificed their lives in the pursuit of aerospace advancements. Generated from the website