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Small Plane Crash In Florida Mobile Home Park Kills Three

Emergency officials work the scene of a fatal small plane crash alongside Interstate 40 near mile marker 202, Monday, March 4, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Federal investigators have reported that a tragic incident occurred last month when a small plane crashed into a mobile home park in Florida. The crash resulted in the loss of three lives, including the pilot and two individuals in the mobile home park.

The single-engine Beechcraft V35B crashed at approximately 7:07 p.m. local time, impacting two residences and resulting in the destruction of the aircraft. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a report detailing the events leading up to the crash.

According to the report, the pilot, Jemin Patel, was unable to locate the airport and requested assistance from individuals at the Clearwater Airpark to turn on the runway lights. Despite the lights already being on, the pilot made a second request, following which the intensity of the lights was increased. Subsequently, the pilot reported a 'fire' on board.

Patel then indicated his intention to land at Albert Whitted Airport after being unable to find the CLW airport. However, he soon reported that he was experiencing engine trouble. Air traffic controllers attempted to guide him towards St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, but communication was lost.

Witnesses in the vicinity observed the plane descending rapidly and described seeing a bright light and a fireball upon impact. The wreckage of the aircraft was extensively damaged and fragmented due to the intense heat of the crash.

It is important to note that preliminary reports from the NTSB do not determine the cause of the crash. The NTSB aims to complete a thorough investigation within 12 to 24 months to determine the factors contributing to the tragic incident.

Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those affected by this devastating event.

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