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Ohio, United States: A twin-engine Cessna 441 Conquest II crashed Sunday morning in a wooded residential area of Howland Township, Ohio, resulting in the deaths of all six people onboard. The aircraft had departed from Youngstown–Warren Regional Airport (YNG) just minutes earlier and was en route to Bozeman, Montana. Crash Occurred Minutes After Takeoff According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the aircraft departed Youngstown–Warren Regional Airport around 7:00 a.m. and lost contact shortly thereafter. The aircraft went down approximately two miles northeast of the airport, near the intersection of King Graves Road and Spring Run Road NE. The aircraft impacted a densely wooded area behind a private residence. Emergency responders from multiple agencies, including the Howland Fire Department, Trumbull County Sheriff’s Office, Ohio State Highway Patrol, and hazmat units, responded to the crash site. All Six Onboard Confirmed Dead Officials confirmed that all six individuals onboard, two crew members and four passengers were killed in the crash. Their identities have not yet been publicly released, pending notification of next of kin. No survivors or injuries on the ground were reported. Trumbull County Coroner’s Office was on site to assist with recovery operations. Authorities described the crash site as “extremely difficult to access” due to heavy vegetation and the terrain surrounding the wreckage. Authorities Investigate Cause of Crash The FAA and NTSB have launched a joint investigation into the cause of the crash. According to FAA records, the aircraft was a Cessna 441 Conquest II, a pressurized twin-turboprop typically used for corporate or charter flights. An NTSB Go Team was dispatched to the scene to conduct a detailed analysis of the wreckage, flight path, pilot qualifications, and maintenance records. Investigators will also review weather data, air traffic control communications, and flight tracking information. FAA spokespersons confirmed that a preliminary report would be published in the coming days, with a full investigative report expected within several months. Anthony Trevena, Executive Director of the Western Reserve Port Authority, which oversees Youngstown–Warren Regional Airport, called it “a heartbreaking day for our aviation community.” He expressed condolences to the victims’ families and confirmed full cooperation with federal investigators. Fire Chief Raymond Pace of Howland Township described the incident as the deadliest local crash in recent memory. He noted that while no structures were impacted and no civilians on the ground were harmed, the loss of life onboard was “devastating.” The area remained cordoned off for most of Sunday as investigators secured the site and documented the scene. Fatal Crash at Ottawa Executive Airport, Michigan In a separate incident on the same day, one person was killed when a small aircraft crashed at Ottawa Executive Airport in Zeeland, Michigan. According to the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office and airport officials, the aircraft went down shortly after takeoff from the general aviation airport. Emergency responders arrived on the scene within minutes, but the pilot was pronounced dead at the site. No other occupants were reported. At the time of reporting, the FAA had confirmed the fatality but had not released the aircraft’s registration or pilot identity. The crash remains under investigation by local authorities in coordination with the FAA.

Aircraft Crashes

Six Dead in Fatal Twin-Engine Plane Crash Minutes After Takeoff from Ohio Airport

Aviation Today News Desk / June 30, 2025

Ohio, United States: A twin-engine Cessna 441 Conquest II crashed Sunday morning in a wooded residential area of Howland Township, […]

San Diego, United States: A tragic small plane crash off the coast of San Diego has claimed the lives of all six people on board, including the pilot and five passengers. The aircraft, a twin-engine Cessna 414, went down in the Pacific Ocean just minutes after taking off from San Diego International Airport on Sunday afternoon. According to officials from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the aircraft had departed from San Diego shortly after 12:30 p.m. and was reportedly en route back to Phoenix, Arizona. Moments into the flight, air traffic controllers instructed the pilot to climb to an altitude of 4,000 feet. However, flight tracking data revealed that the plane was struggling to gain altitude and remained around 1,000 feet before it rapidly disappeared from radar. Distress calls from the pilot included repeated “Mayday” alerts before the aircraft crashed into the ocean approximately three to five miles off the coast of Point Loma. Witnesses in the area reported hearing the calls over radio transmissions, and authorities confirmed that an emergency was declared shortly before the plane vanished. The U.S. Coast Guard, San Diego Harbor Police, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and San Diego lifeguards responded immediately to the incident, launching a large-scale search and recovery operation. A debris field was located in waters estimated to be around 200 feet deep. The Coast Guard later confirmed that all six individuals on board were found deceased. The Cessna 414 involved in the crash had previously been registered to Optimal Health Systems, a company based in Arizona. However, the company has stated publicly that it sold the aircraft in 2023 and is no longer associated with its ownership or operation. As of now, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), FAA, and Coast Guard are jointly investigating the cause of the crash. Investigators are reviewing flight data, air traffic control communications, and maintenance records to determine what led to the fatal incident. Recovery of wreckage and any flight recording devices will also play a key role in the ongoing probe. Officials have not yet released the identities of those on board, pending notification of next of kin. This incident adds to a growing number of general aviation accidents reported in recent months across the United States. Aviation safety authorities continue to emphasize the importance of strict compliance with flight planning, maintenance standards, and pilot qualifications, especially in small aircraft operations. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses. Aviation Today will continue to provide verified updates as they are made available by federal and local authorities.

Aircraft Crashes

Six Dead After Cessna 414 Crashes Into Pacific Minutes After Takeoff from San Diego

Aviation Today News Desk / June 10, 2025

Picture Credits: U.S. Coast Guard San Diego San Diego, United States: A tragic small plane crash off the coast of

A Cessna Citation II crashed into San Diego’s Murphy Canyon early Thursday, killing all six onboard and igniting fires that damaged several homes. The jet struck power lines while approaching Montgomery-Gibbs Airport. Among the victims were music figures Dave Shapiro and Daniel Williams. Over 100 residents were evacuated, and eight suffered minor injuries. Investigations are underway, though key flight data was lost | Aviation Today

Accidents, Aircraft Crashes, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Investigation, Uncategorized, United States

Six Killed after Cessna Citation II Crashes into San Diego Homes, FAA & NTSB Launch Probe

Aviation Today News Desk / May 23, 2025

Picture Credits: AP Photo/Gregory Bull) San Diego, United States: A tragic aviation accident shook the city of San Diego early

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