Ronkonkoma, NY – Two Killed in Plane Crash at MacArthur Airport
Ronkonkoma, NY (July 23, 2024) – Two people were killed after a plane crash in the Ronkonkoma area on Monday, July 22. The incident took place near the MacArthur Airport early that evening, around 6:15 p.m. A small airplane was reportedly departing from the airport when it crashed.
An airport employee told officials that the plane attempted to return to the runway after becoming airborne and crashed. Two men, the pilot and passenger of the craft, sustained fatal injuries in the impact. Both parties were pronounced dead at the scene by attending medical personnel. No other injuries were reported in the collision. It is unsure where the plane was going or why it tried to return to the runway. The identities of the deceased victims have been withheld. An ongoing investigation into the deadly accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Plane Crashes in New York
Your risk of being hurt in a plane crash is much less than a vehicle collision. However, these accidents still happen, and they can end in disastrous results. In recent years, the number of small aviation accidents in the United States has increased dramatically. The bulk of fatal aviation accidents involve small private aircraft. For the first time in more than two years, the nation’s fatality rate dropped to one per 100,000 flying hours in a recent year, with an estimated 48 people losing their lives in plane accidents in total. Dealing with a deadly crash is never easy, but you may be able to be made whole again by pursuing a wrongful death claim with the help of a qualified lawyer.
A fatal accident can change your life like nothing else. It is difficult to get the most out of your case without the help of a qualified Ronkonkoma wrongful death lawyer. The legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is ready to fight for you. Call us today at (516) 774-3635.
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Disclaimers: To promote safety and prevent tragic accidents, we urge individuals in our community to drive slowly and cautiously. This news article is not intended as a solicitation for business. Any information provided should not be considered professional medical or legal advice. Additionally, please note that the photo used in this post is not from the location of the collision.
