Three die in Albany airplane crash
Crash occurred Saturday afternoon at Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
By Staff Reports
ALBANY _ All three passengers of an airplane that departed from Southwest Georgia Regional Airport at 2:45 p.m. Saturday died when the plane crashed seconds after takeoff, according to Albany first responders.
Phyllis Banks, spokeswoman for the Albany Police Department, said the crash occurred near the north portion of the main runway at 2:46 pm., just one minute after its posted takeoff.
“We have confirmed three fatalities,” Banks said. “We had immediate response (from local emergency agencies).” We’re now waiting on the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). They have been notified and will take over the investigation.”
Officials did not disclose the name of the three people killed in the accident. Some family members were on the scene shortly after the crash.
David Hamilton, City of Albany transportation director, said a counselor was talking with family members.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.” Hamilton said.
Albany Fire Chief Ron Rowe said he expects a lengthy investigation by the FAA and National Transportation Safety Board. Rowe was unable to report on the type of aircraft involved or the destination of the airplane.
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