Four Killed in Small Plane Crash Near Ruidoso, New Mexico
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A small medical plane crashed outside Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Thursday morning, killing all four people aboard. The cause of the crash is unknown, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will investigate. A small fire associated with the crash is being suppressed by the U.S. Forest Service and local agencies.
Facts First
- A small medical plane crashed outside Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Thursday morning.
- All four people aboard the plane were killed in the crash, according to officials.
- The cause of the crash is unknown, according to Lincoln County Manager Jason Burns.
- The FAA and NTSB will investigate the crash.
- A fire associated with the crash is estimated at less than 5 acres and is being suppressed.
What Happened
A small medical plane crashed outside Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Thursday morning, killing all four people aboard. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported the flight departed from Roswell Air Center and was headed to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport. Lincoln County Manager Jason Burns stated the cause of the crash is unknown.
Why this Matters to You
If you live in or are traveling near Ruidoso, you may encounter emergency response activity or see smoke from the associated fire. The investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) could lead to future safety recommendations for small aircraft operations.
What's Next
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will investigate the crash to determine its cause. The U.S. Forest Service is working with local agencies to suppress the fire associated with the crash, which Lincoln County Manager Jason Burns estimated to be less than 5 acres.