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1 Pilot dead, another injured after two planes collided in Lancaster
A tragic mid-air collision involving two small planes occurred in Lancaster, California, on Sunday afternoon. The Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to a report of downed aircraft at 12:53 p.m.
Investigators confirmed that the two single-engine aircraft, a Nanchang CJ-6 and a Yakovlev Yak-52, had collided mid-air. One pilot lost their life in the crash, while the other pilot was unharmed.
One of the planes crash-landed near Avenue G and 60th Street East, while the other came down near 47th Street East and Avenue F. Witnesses reported that the surviving pilot appeared distressed but was otherwise uninjured.
The crash occurred in a relatively remote area, preventing potential damage to nearby homes. Local authorities, including the CHP, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and Los Angeles County Fire Department, are on the scene investigating the incident.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will also conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the collision.
The identity of the deceased pilot has not yet been released.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
Volusia County, Fla. โ A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.