Small Plane Crashes Into Akron Home, Killing Two
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Akron, Ohio. A Piper PA-28 crashed into a residence near the Akron Fulton Airport at about 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, striking the home and sparking a significant fire that sent heavy black smoke over the neighborhood; two people aboard the aircraft were found dead at the scene.
Local fire crews extinguished flames and evacuated the impacted house and a neighboring dwelling with no reported injuries on the ground; the Ohio State Highway Patrol confirmed the aircraft had departed Akron Fulton Airport, and NTSB and FAA investigators arrived the following day to begin a formal investigation while the Summit County Medical Examiner prepares identifications.
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Timeline
- 1. Shortly before 3:45 p.m. May 14 — Piper PA-28 departed Akron Fulton Airport.
- 2. 3:45 p.m. May 14 — Aircraft crashed into a house on Canterbury Circle and ignited a fire.
- 3. May 14, afternoon — Fire crews extinguished blaze; residents of the impacted house and a neighbor evacuated without injury.
- 4. May 14, evening — Two occupants of the aircraft were found deceased; scene operations continued and area businesses evacuated.
- 5. May 15 — NTSB and FAA investigators arrived on scene; Summit County Medical Examiner to identify victims and examine bodies.
Why it matters
This incident is a stark reminder of the potential risks associated with living near airports. It's important to be aware of your community's emergency response plans and evacuation procedures. Check with local authorities for safety guidelines.
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