Fatal Plane Crash Near Alta in Little Cottonwood Canyon

A tragic incident occurred in Little Cottonwood Canyon on Sunday when a small aircraft crashed, resulting in one fatality and one person sustaining serious injuries. The Salt Lake Sheriff's Office reported that the crash took place near the Albion Basin area close to Alta Ski Area at approximately 5:20 p.m. Emergency responders, including personnel from Unified Fire Authority and Alta Town Marshal, quickly reached the scene and discovered one individual had succumbed to their injuries, while the other was in critical condition. Authorities emphasized that the two individuals were the only occupants onboard the aircraft. The injured person was promptly airlifted to a hospital for urgent medical attention. Alta Mayor Roger Bourke expressed his condolences to the affected families on Sunday evening. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are scheduled to commence an investigation on Monday. As a precaution, certain neighboring areas will be cordoned off, and the sheriff's office has advised the public to steer clear of the Albion Basin vicinity. Stay informed by watching the update provided by the spokesperson for Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office and the Mayor of Alta Town.