Small Plane Crashes, Killing All 6 People on a Trip for Holiday Celebration
- A small plane crashed near Copake, New York, on April 12, killing all six people on board during a trip for a holiday celebration
- The Mitsubishi MU-2B was intact before it descended rapidly into the ground, according to video evidence cited by investigators
- Authorities, including the NTSB and FAA, are investigating the crash to determine its probable cause and prevent future incidents
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A Mitsubishi MU-2B aircraft crashed in upstate New York on April 12, killing all six people on board, according to officials.
The plane, heading to Columbia County Airport in Hudson, New York, went down in an open field near Copake, approximately 20 miles southeast of the airport.
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Undersheriff Jacqueline Salvatore confirmed that the crash caused no structural damage, with all six victims removed from the scene.
Family trip ends in tragedy
The passengers were reportedly travelling to Columbia County Airport to visit relatives for a holiday celebration, including a birthday and Passover festivities.
Among the victims were Karenna Groff, her parents Dr. Michael Groff and Dr. Joy Saini, her brother Jared Groff, Jared’s partner Alexia Couyutas Duarte, and Karenna’s boyfriend James Santoro.
The Associated Press described the group as consisting of doctors and their family members.
Investigations into probable cause
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman stated that video evidence showed the aircraft was intact before crashing at a “high rate of descent into the ground.”
The Federal Aviation Administration and NTSB have launched investigations to determine the probable cause, while the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is conducting its own inquiry. Inman stressed the importance of understanding why the accident occurred to prevent future incidents.
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Plane crashes in US
Plane crashes in the United States have varied in scale, from small private aircraft incidents to major commercial aviation disasters.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigates these accidents to determine causes and improve aviation safety. Factors such as mechanical failure, pilot error, and adverse weather conditions often contribute to crashes.
High-profile incidents, like the Hudson River landing and the Calabasas helicopter crash, highlight both the risks and advancements in aviation safety. While rare, plane crashes serve as reminders of the importance of stringent safety protocols and continuous improvements in technology to protect passengers and crew.
Final words of pilot in helicopter crash
Legit.ng earlier reported that a tour helicopter carrying six people crashed into New York City's Hudson River on Thursday, April 10, 2025, killing all onboard. The pilot warned of fuel shortages just before the aircraft went down near Pier 40, closer to the New Jersey side, at approximately 3.15 pm.
According to Dailymail UK, the victims included Agustín Escobar, CEO of Siemens Spain, his wife, their three children, and the pilot, whose identity is yet to be confirmed. Emergency services received calls at 3:17 p.m., shortly after the helicopter had taken off from the Wall Street Heliport.
Witnesses described the horrifying scene, reporting that the helicopter ‘split in half’ before crashing into the water. One observer mentioned hearing a loud ‘sonic boom’ moments before the impact. Dramatic footage showed the helicopter sinking rapidly while emergency crews rushed to the site.
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