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Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Pilot and Passengers in Independence, Oregon
INDEPENDENCE, Ore. (AP) — A devastating accident occurred in Independence, Oregon on Saturday afternoon, as a small plane tragically crashed into power lines, leading to the untimely demise of the pilot and two passengers, according to local police reports.
The Independence Police Department issued a statement on Saturday evening, stating that Polk County emergency services were alerted about the single-engine plane crash around 4:55 p.m.
Further details emerged on Sunday, as authorities identified the victims as 35-year-old Mohammad Hussain Musawi, the pilot from Independence, along with Mohammad Bashir Safdari, 35, also from Independence, and Ali Jan Ferdawsi, 29, from Salem, Oregon.
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Fortunately, the owner of the airplane was not on board at the time, and there were no other passengers, according to the Independence Police Department.
Expressing his condolences, Independence Chief Robert Mason said in a statement, “My heart goes out to the deceased and the pain their families are experiencing. Our entire department mourns with you during this time.”
The plane was traveling from McMinnville, Oregon to the Independence State Airport amidst dense fog, as stated in an updated report provided by the police on Sunday.
Investigations have revealed that the collision with the electrical power lines caused a small brush fire and resulted in a power outage in the community, located approximately 12 miles (19.3 kilometers) southwest of Salem.
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are actively investigating the incident, with assistance from the Independence police department.
At this stage, the possible cause of the crash has not been released to the public.
In a tragic turn of events in Independence, Oregon, a small plane crashed into power lines on Saturday afternoon, resulting in the devastating loss of the pilot and two passengers. The incident, which occurred amidst heavy fog, has left the local community in mourning.
The Independence Police Department received an alert about the single-engine plane crash from Polk County emergency services at approximately 4:55 p.m. on Saturday. Emergency responders swiftly arrived at the scene to assess the situation and provide assistance.
Updates on Sunday revealed the identities of the deceased individuals. The pilot, Mohammad Hussain Musawi, aged 35 and a resident of Independence, lost his life alongside Mohammad Bashir Safdari, 35, also from Independence, and Ali Jan Ferdawsi, 29, from Salem, Oregon. The passengers’ families are now left to cope with the immense grief caused by this tragic accident.
Remarkably, the plane’s owner was not on board, and there were no other passengers present during the ill-fated flight. Independence Chief Robert Mason expressed his deepest condolences, stating, “My heart goes out to the deceased and the pain their families are experiencing. Our entire department mourns with you during this time.”
According to the Independence Police Department’s updated report, the plane was en route from McMinnville, Oregon to the Independence State Airport when it collided with electrical power lines. Due to the impact, a small brush fire erupted, and the local community experienced a temporary power outage. The collision occurred in an area approximately 12 miles (19.3 kilometers) southwest of Salem.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have initiated an investigation into the incident. Working in collaboration with the Independence police department, they aim to determine the cause behind this tragic crash, providing much-needed answers to the grieving families and the wider community.
As of now, the authorities have not disclosed any potential causes for the accident. The investigation remains ongoing, with experts diligently examining all available evidence and conducting thorough analyses to uncover the truth.
The Independence community, along with the aviation authorities, will continue to support the affected families during this difficult time. The memories of the pilot and passengers will be cherished, and their untimely loss serves as a reminder of the importance of aviation safety and ongoing efforts to prevent such accidents in the future..
