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National Transportation Safety Board investigating plane crash at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport that killed three people in Vienna, Ohio

Molly Burke, Madison Meeker and Stan Boney

3 minutes ago

VIENNA, Ohio (WKBN) – The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a plane crash that killed three people Friday night at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport in Vienna, Ohio.

Anthony Trevena, director of the Western Reserve Port Authority, confirmed the crash was the result of an unplanned emergency landing of a plane not belonging to the Youngstown Air Reserve’s 910th Wing.


According to the Ohio State Patrol, there were a pilot and two passengers on the plane. All three people on board died as a result of the crash, which occurred just after 7 p.m. at the end of Runway 14. The NTSB and the Federal Aviation Administration responded to the scene.

The NTSB told Nexstar’s WKBN that the plane was a Beechcraft BE-60 and that the pilot reported a loss of engine power. The FAA also stated that the plane took off from Plattsburg International Airport in Plattsburg, New York. The final destination of the plane is currently unknown.

The NTSB also said two investigators will be on site Saturday to document the wreckage. The wreckage will then be moved to a secure facility for further investigation.

According to the NTSB, the investigation process will cover three areas: the pilot, the airplane, and the operating environment. A preliminary report is expected within 30 days. A final report could be expected in 12 to 24 months, detailing a probable cause of the crash and any contributing factors.

Information is collected about:

  • Flight details
  • Recordings of all communications with air traffic control
  • Aircraft maintenance data
  • Weather forecasts and actual weather and light conditions around the time of the accident
  • Pilot’s license, qualifications and recent flying experience
  • 72-hour pilot background check to determine if there were any issues that could affect the pilot’s ability to safely conduct the flight
  • Witness statements
  • Electronic devices that may contain information relevant to the investigation
  • All available surveillance images, including those from doorbell cameras

The NTSB asks anyone who witnessed the accident, has surveillance footage, or has relevant information to contact the board at [email protected].

After the crash, First News’ weather camera detected a cloud of smoke near the runway.

A passing by observer took photos of the aftermath, which you can see below.

This is a developing story. Check back here for the latest updates.

Erin Yudt contributed to this report.