Fatal Crash: Authorities have confirmed that there were no survivors following a tragic plane crash near Anderson Municipal Airport on the morning of September 6, 2024. The single-engine aircraft, which had a flight plan indicating four passengers, crashed shortly before its scheduled landing.
Incident Details
The crash occurred at approximately 9:45 a.m. near the Yarberry gravel pit, situated just north of the 4300 block of East 100 South, roughly 0.5 miles southeast of the airport. The aircraft, which had departed from Fort Dodge, Iowa, around 6:45 a.m., was expected to land at Anderson Municipal Airport before 10:00 a.m..
According to Captain Darwin Dwiggins of the Madison County Sheriff’s Department, the pilot was instructed to make an additional approach as the aircraft was too high during its initial attempt to land. Witnesses reported that the plane appeared to be trying to return to the airport before it “flipped over” and nose-dived into a cornfield, bursting into flames.
Response and Investigation
Emergency responders, firefighters, and personnel from the Madison County Coroner’s Office were dispatched to the scene. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are also investigating the crash.
Vickie Sullinger, an employee at Ameri-Turf near the crash site, reported seeing smoke and immediately contacted 911. She described the incident as “awful,” noting the loud thump and shaking of the building as the plane crashed.
Current Status
The names of the individuals on board have not yet been verified, although the aircraft was registered to a business. The crash remains under investigation by both the NTSB and FAA, with crews on-site working to determine the cause.
Conclusion
The loss of life in this incident is a profound tragedy. As authorities continue their investigation, the community and families affected by this disaster are left to mourn the loss. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.