NTSB Report Finds Alaska Plane Overweight for Icy Conditions in Fatal Crash

The February 6 crash that killed 10 people is under investigation, with weight, icing, and anti-icing system performance being key areas of focus.

A preliminary NTSB report revealed the plane exceeded the maximum allowable weight for icing conditions by 1,058 pounds.
The Cessna Grand Caravan crashed 34 miles southeast of Nome, Alaska, and its wreckage was found on a drifting ice floe the next day.
The plane was flying in moderate icing conditions, with hazardous weather reported along its route between Unalakleet and Nome.
Investigators are examining the functionality of the plane's anti-icing system and its center of gravity as part of the ongoing investigation.
This crash, one of Alaska's deadliest in recent years, underscores the risks of aviation in remote regions where small planes are essential for transportation.