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Fiery Plane Crash at Lake Lanier Islands Leaves Pilot Dead
HALL COUNTY, Ga. — Tragedy struck Lake Lanier Islands on Thursday afternoon when a small plane crashed and burst into flames, resulting in the death of the pilot. Authorities have identified the pilot as 60-year-old Joe Howard Lee from Dunwoody, according to public records.
The Incident
The Hall County Sheriff’s Office received a distress call at approximately 5:15 p.m., alerting them to the crash at Lake Lanier Islands Resort. The plane went down in a parking lot on Lanier Islands Parkway near Pine Cone Drive, causing a massive fire. Shockingly, no one on the ground sustained any injuries.
An eyewitness captured the horrifying scene on video and shared it with 11Alive. The footage depicts the fiery crash in the parking lot of the lake’s island resort, emphasizing the intensity and devastation of the incident.
The Aircraft Involved
According to a spokesperson from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the aircraft involved in the crash was a single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza. The FAA, in conjunction with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), will conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash.
Initial findings and a preliminary accident report are expected to be released by the FAA on Friday, shedding light on the circumstances leading to the tragic crash.
Community Response
The crash sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting concerned citizens to share their experiences and express their condolences. Another witness shared a photograph capturing the billowing smoke rising from the crash site, further highlighting the magnitude of the incident.
As this remains a developing story, it is essential to stay updated for the latest information regarding the investigation and any additional details that may emerge.
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