A tragic plane crash in North Carolina claimed the lives of a family of four on Monday, July 7. The small aircraft, a Cirrus SR22T, went down in a field in Lee County near the Raleigh Executive Jetport around 2 p.m., according to ABC 11 News.
On board were 35-year-old Travis Buchanan, his wife Candace, also 35, and their two young children — 10-year-old Aubrey and 9-year-old Walker. The family had reportedly been returning home from a beach vacation. Authorities confirmed that all four victims were from the same household, and no one else was aboard.
Crash Details
The wreckage was found in a field between Wallace Creek Lane and Riddle Road. Three of the passengers were pronounced dead at the scene, while the fourth was rushed to UNC Hospital but later succumbed to their injuries.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. No weather warnings were in effect at the time, and early reports suggest the aircraft was not being directed by air traffic control.
Investigation Underway
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have taken over the investigation to determine what led to the crash of the single-engine aircraft.
This incident comes just days after another small plane crash in New Jersey. Last Wednesday, a Cessna carrying 15 skydivers ran off a runway at Cross Keys Airport, injuring at least five people. The FAA is also investigating that incident.
FAQs
Where did the crash occur?
In a rural field in Lee County, North Carolina, near Raleigh Executive Jetport.
Were there any survivors?
One family member was taken to the hospital but later died.
Was weather a factor?
There were no weather advisories at the time of the crash, and authorities have not indicated any weather-related causes so far.
Who is handling the investigation?
Both the FAA and NTSB are investigating the crash.
