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Investigators Probe Fatal Plane Crash in Upstate New York as Fatality Reports Conflict

A Mitsubishi MU-2B aircraft carrying six people crashed near Copake, New York, with at least one confirmed death and ongoing uncertainty about the total fatalities.

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This 2024 photo provided by John Santoro shows, from left, Dr. Michael Groff, Karenna Groff, Dr. Joy Saini, and James Santoro.
The wreckage of a helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River is extracted from the water in Jersey City, New Jersey, US.

Overview

  • The Mitsubishi MU-2B plane went down on April 12, 2025, near Copake, New York, en route to Columbia County Airport in Hudson.
  • Authorities have confirmed at least one fatality, but conflicting reports suggest all six onboard may have perished.
  • Adverse weather conditions, including snow and muddy terrain, have significantly hampered emergency response and site access.
  • The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation, with a team deployed to the site on Saturday evening.
  • This crash follows a series of recent aviation accidents in the region, raising concerns about local aviation safety protocols.