Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Prominent Groff-Saini Family

NTSB investigates crash near Copake, NY, as six family members, including celebrated physicians and athletes, perish during a milestone celebration trip.

The twin-engine Mitsubishi MU-2B, piloted by Dr. Michael Groff, crashed into a muddy field in Copake, New York, killing all six aboard, including Groff's family and their partners.
The family was traveling to celebrate Karenna Groff's 25th birthday and Passover, with engagement plans for both couples also on the horizon.
The NTSB confirmed the aircraft remained structurally intact until its high-speed descent; no distress call was made despite repeated low-altitude alerts from air traffic control.
Victims include Dr. Joy Saini, a urogynecologist and founder of Boston Pelvic Health & Wellness, and Karenna Groff, a former NCAA Woman of the Year and MIT soccer star pursuing a medical career.
Investigators are examining weather conditions, pilot communication, and adherence to instrument flight protocols as potential factors in the crash.