Alaska plane crash kills 10; NTSB cites weight issue
The National Transportation Safety Board released a preliminary report stating that a commuter plane, which crashed on sea ice off Alaska and resulted in the deaths of all 10 individuals on board, was carrying excess weight for its journey into icy conditions. The report revealed that the baggage and cargo on the Cessna plane exceeded the recommended limits, contributing to a total takeoff weight of approximately 9,776 pounds, surpassing the maximum allowable weight for flights in icing conditions. The investigation, still ongoing, aims to determine all contributing factors to the tragic accident. The crash, involving 34-year-old pilot Chad Antill and nine passengers, was one of Alaska's deadliest aviation disasters. The plane's lack of voice or data recorders posed challenges for investigators, who are now focusing on assessing weather conditions, pilot communication, and aircraft systems in their inquiry. Small aircraft like the Cessna Caravan are essential in rural Alaska, where air travel is vital for transportation.
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