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Four people died on Saturday morning when a single-engine airplane crashed in Coles County, Illinois, after striking high-voltage power lines.
The accident occurred around 10:15 a.m. on County Line Road, near Trilla, a community located about 200 kilometers south of Chicago.
According to reports from the Illinois State Police and the Coles County Sheriff's Office, the aircraft, a Cessna 180, crashed after colliding with power lines and fell into a nearby field.
The authorities confirmed that the victims were two men and two women, all originally from Menomonie, Wisconsin. Their identities have not been disclosed until their family members are notified.
Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud noise followed by a power outage in the area. Images from the scene circulating on social media show the remains of the burning plane on the road.
"I was sitting in my room, getting ready to turn on a show, and suddenly I heard a noise. It was like a 'boom'. The power went out for a second and then the generator kicked in. And I thought: 'What?'. So I went out to the glassed-in terrace and saw a huge column of smoke. I called my friend and we went to the scene of the incident," stated Kynnedi Goldstein to CBS News Chicago.
Some wreckage from the plane was left on County Line Road following the accident. The Coles County Sheriff's Office indicated that the road would remain closed at least until this Sunday while the FAA and NTSB conduct their investigations.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have launched an investigation to determine the causes of the accident.
The governor of Illinois, JB Pritzker, expressed his condolences through social media and thanked the quick response of the emergency teams.
This incident adds to a concerning series of aviation accidents that have recently occurred in the United States, many of which involve airplanes and light aircraft.
Just one day before the accident in Illinois, a plane crashed into a river in Nebraska on Friday night, killing all three people on board.
A week ago, six people lost their lives when their small plane crashed in a field in Copake, New York. Among the victims was Karenna Groff, a former MIT soccer player and prominent academic.
Furthermore, in Florida, a Cessna 310 crashed onto a street in Boca Raton, striking a vehicle. All three individuals on board lost their lives, and one person on the ground was injured.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plane Crash in Illinois
What caused the airplane accident in Illinois?
The Cessna 180 plane crashed after hitting high-voltage power lines. The accident occurred in Coles County, Illinois, and resulted in the deaths of the four people on board. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have initiated an investigation to determine the exact causes of the accident.
Who were the victims of the accident?
The victims of the accident were two men and two women, all originally from Menomonie, Wisconsin. At the time of the news publication, their identities had not been revealed, as notification to their families is pending.
What measures are the authorities taking following the accident in Illinois?
The road where the accident occurred will remain closed while the investigation is conducted. The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident to determine the exact causes. Additionally, the governor of Illinois, JB Pritzker, expressed his condolences and thanked the emergency teams for their swift response.
Is this accident part of a trend of aviation incidents in the United States?
The accident in Illinois adds to a worrying series of recent air accidents in the United States. In recent weeks, several incidents have been reported, including an accident in Nebraska and another in New York, both with multiple casualties. These events have raised concerns about air safety in the country.
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