Pilot Dies After Plane Crashes into Maryland River
Twin-engine Cessna 402 reported engine failure before crash near Easton; NTSB investigates.
- The plane took off from Tipton Airport in Fort Meade and crashed 40 minutes later into the Tred Avon River.
- The pilot, the only person on board, reported engine failure shortly before the crash.
- Authorities have not yet identified the pilot, pending family notification.
- The NTSB is leading the investigation and will release a preliminary report within 30 days.
- Rescue efforts involved multiple agencies, including the U.S. Coast Guard and Maryland State Police.