Maine Plane Crash
Small Plane Crashes Into Water Off The Coast Of Bristol, Maine
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Early reporting from News Center Maine, citing the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, indicated that one of the two people on board died in the Bristol, Maine crash, though authorities had not yet confirmed a fatality.
A photograph shared with News Center Maine showed the plane upside down in the water near shore.
The aircraft involved was a Diamond DA20, a small two-seat plane; manufacturer information notes it can climb to about 13,000 feet.
A witness told WMTW that the crash occurred in the ocean near Fort William Henry, adding a firsthand account to the developing story.
A small Diamond DA20 aircraft carrying two people crashed into the water off Bristol, Maine on Thursday afternoon around 1:40 p.m., according to NBC Boston. The plane went down near Fort William Henry and Pemaquid Beach, with at least one person dead, according to Cedar News. The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed two people were aboard, though their full condition remains unclear as News Center Maine and local responders continue the investigation.
Diamond DA20 Spotted Upside Down in Water
Observers at the scene reported seeing the aircraft upside down in the water near shore, News Center Maine reported. A photograph shared with the outlet showed the small plane overturned. The Diamond DA20 is a two-seat aircraft designed to climb to about 13,000 feet, making it a common private plane model.
Witnesses described the crash happening in the ocean close to the historic site and nearby Fort William Henry. The crash site sits near Pemaquid Beach in Lincoln County, a populated coastal area where the plane was easily spotted by people on shore.
Fatality Reported But Not Yet Officially Confirmed
Early reporting from News Center Maine, citing the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, indicated one of the two people aboard died in the crash. Q1065.fm reported the pilot was pronounced dead at the scene while the passenger's condition was not immediately clear. However, authorities have not yet made an official public confirmation of any fatality.
The identity of the two people aboard has not been released. Multiple news outlets are monitoring the situation as officials gather more information about what happened and the condition of those involved.
FAA and Safety Board Launch Investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation into the crash, with help from the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA confirmed the Diamond DA20 was carrying two people when it crashed into the water near Bristol. Local responders from the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office arrived at the scene shortly after the crash occurred.
The NTSB typically investigates all civil aviation accidents in the United States. Investigators will work to determine what caused the plane to go down and why it ended up upside down in the water. The investigation is ongoing with limited details released to the public so far.
Crash Occurs Near Historic Site and Fort
The crash happened near the Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site and Fort William Henry, both located along the Bristol coast. This area sees regular maritime and aviation activity. The proximity to shore and populated locations meant the crash was quickly spotted and reported to authorities on Thursday afternoon.
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