Plane Crash in Windham, New York: Investigation Underway
Multiple Agencies Search for Missing Plane in Remote Area
WINDHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) – An open 911 call from Seuk Kim’s iPhone led multiple agencies to search Windham High Peak for his plane. State and County vehicles parked on Peck Road; some haven’t left 24 hours since the search began.
Details of the Crash
The Greene County Sheriff told NEWS10’s Anthony Krolikowski that Albany Airport had lost track of Kim’s plane after he was allowed a lower flight pattern due to turbulence. The 49-year-old was flying with three dogs when it crashed after striking trees on the mountain. Unfortunately, the pilot is deceased.
Rescue Efforts
Sheriff Peter Kusminsky stated, "One dog we found alive with two broken legs. The pilot unfortunately is deceased. The first dog found, a lab-mix puppy, survived and was taken to Capital District Veterinary Hospital. The second was later found with minor injuries and the third had passed in the crash." Officials have removed Kim from the woods and brought him to Ellis Hospital for an autopsy.
Search and Investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will be documenting the crash and moving the wreckage to another location to examine it. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has video is asked to contact the NTSB at witness@ntsb.gov. The trails are closed off at the moment, and there’s still almost a foot of snow on them, making it difficult to navigate.
Conclusion
The search and rescue efforts are ongoing, and the investigation is expected to be a lengthy and complex process. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Seuk Kim and the dogs involved in the crash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What caused the plane to crash?
A: The cause of the crash is still under investigation and is being determined by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
Q: How many people were on board the plane?
A: There was one pilot and three dogs on board the plane.
Q: What is the condition of the dogs?
A: One dog was found alive with two broken legs, one dog had minor injuries, and one dog did not survive the crash.
Q: What is the status of the pilot?
A: The pilot is deceased.
