Small plane crash into water near remote Alaska town kills all 4 on board
Summary
A small plane carrying four people crashed into shallow water near the remote town of Seldovia, Alaska, killing everyone on board. Officials are investigating the cause, and rescue teams recovered the bodies after waiting for the tide to lower.Key Facts
- The plane was a Piper PA-24 flying from Anchorage to Seldovia.
- The crash happened in about 15 feet of water near the shore in Seldovia Slough.
- Four adults died in the crash; their identities will be released after family notifications.
- Alaska State Troopers used helicopters and boats to reach the crash site.
- The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is conducting an investigation.
- Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska will receive briefings from the NTSB and FAA about the crash.
- Less than a week earlier, another plane crash in western Alaska killed eight people during poor weather conditions.
- Aviation safety and infrastructure continue to be a key concern in Alaska.
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