- Eight people have been killed as a charter plane crashed at a remote radar site in western Alaska, according to the United States military.
- Rescuers who landed near the crash site confirmed there were no survivors, according to a statement by the Alaskan Command.
- Alaskan Command chief Robert Davis expressed that this is a devastating loss for the military family and the communities they serve.
- The civilian-contracted Cessna 441, operated by Anchorage-based air charter company Security Aviation, crashed west of Cape Newenham LRRS Airport on Thursday at about 20:15 GMT, a Federal Aviation Administration spokesperson said.
- Clint Johnson, the National Transportation Safety Board’s Alaska region chief, stated that two pilots and six passengers were on board the aircraft.
Eight people have died in a charter plane crash near a military radar site in western Alaska, as confirmed by the United States military. The incident occurred on Thursday at approximately 20:15 GMT when a civilian-contracted Cessna 441, operated by Security Aviation, crashed west of Cape Newenham LRRS Airport.14
Rescuers who reached the crash site reported that there were no survivors. Alaskan Command chief Robert Davis expressed his condolences, stating, “This is a devastating loss for our military family and the communities we serve.” He emphasized the dedication of the victims, saying, “These individuals were dedicated professionals carrying out a vital mission in a demanding environment.”3
Clint Johnson, the National Transportation Safety Board’s Alaska region chief, noted that the aircraft was carrying two pilots and six passengers at the time of the crash. The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing, with authorities working to gather more information about the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.5
The loss has sent shockwaves through the military community, highlighting the risks faced by those operating in remote and challenging environments. As the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on supporting the families affected by this tragedy.
“The civilian-contracted Cessna 441, operated by Security Aviation, crashed west of Cape Newenham LRRS Airport on Thursday at about 20:15 GMT, according to the FAA. The NTSB's Alaska region chief said two pilots and six passengers were on board.”
