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No survivors after plane crashes in the Battle Mountain area near Elko
ELKO, Nev. — Emergency crews are on the scene of a deadly plane crash involving a Canadian-registered Beechcraft V35A Bonanza aircraft that went down in the Battle Mountain area near Elko, Nevada, authorities confirmed.
According to preliminary reports, there were no survivors aboard the aircraft.
Responding units from the Elko County Sheriff’s Office, local fire departments, and state emergency management teams have secured the crash site and initiated recovery operations.
Officials from both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have been notified and will lead the investigation into the cause of the crash.
At this time, details such as the number of occupants, as well as the flight’s origin and intended destination, have not yet been confirmed.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area to ensure that first responders and investigators can work safely and efficiently.
The identities of the victims will be released once next of kin notifications have been completed.
Further updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.
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Multiple Injuries Reported After Passenger Transport Vehicle Strikes Gate at Dulles International Airport
DULLES, Va. — Several passengers were injured Sunday after a mobile lounge, also known as a “People Mover,” collided with a gate at Washington Dulles International Airport, authorities confirmed.
According to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), the incident occurred as the People Mover was transporting passengers from an arriving flight to Concourse D. While approaching the docking area, the vehicle reportedly struck the building at an angle, resulting in multiple injuries among those onboard.
Emergency medical personnel from MWAA Fire and Rescue responded promptly to the scene and began assessing the injured passengers.
Officials said several individuals were being evaluated for their injuries, though an exact number and the extent of those injuries have not yet been released.
An airport spokesperson stated that despite the incident, overall airport operations remained normal and no significant service disruptions were reported.
The People Mover vehicles, an iconic feature of Dulles International Airport since its early years, are primarily used to transport passengers between terminals, particularly for international arrivals and departures.
Authorities have not yet disclosed what caused the collision, and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash is ongoing.