Missouri Plane Crash Kills One, Injures Another
A small airplane crashed in Springfield, tragically killing one woman and seriously injuring another, according to KY3.com.
The Missouri aviation accident occurred during landing. Witnesses saw the plane touch down and then begin another pass, but then hit the ground. The plane was immediately engulfed in flames. Witnesses were able to pull one woman out of the plane, and the pilot was also able to escape the wreckage.
The plane, a Grumman Cheetah, has a reputation for being prone to accidents because of the lack of power to climb, particularly if the plane is overloaded. The plane that crashed was built in 1975, but according to experts the age of an airplane does not make a difference in safety, as long as it is properly maintained. Investigators for the FAA and NTSB studied the crash site following the accident. However, it will most likely take months for a report detailing what happened in the crash to be released.
The pilot was released from the hospital the day after the accident. One passenger remains in serious condition in the hospital’s burn unit.
If you or someone you love has been injured or killed in a Missouri plane crash, contact the skilled St. Louis accident attorneys at Page Law. You may have a claim for damages against the pilot, the airplane’s manufacturer, or another party. Your claim could include compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and more. Call Page Law today for a free consultation at 314-488-2433.
