Howland Township, Ohio — A devastating plane crash early Sunday morning has left six people dead, with no survivors, after a twin-engine aircraft went down in a wooded area near Spring Run Road and King Graves Road NE—just miles from the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
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The Crash: Early Morning Tragedy
The crash occurred around 7:00 AM on June 29, when a Cessna 441 Conquest II, a small twin-engine turboprop, crashed behind a residential property. On board were two crew members and four passengers, all of whom tragically lost their lives in the impact.
Emergency responders from the Howland Township Fire and Police Departments arrived swiftly at the scene, but officials confirmed that no one survived. The identities of the victims have not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.
Aircraft Was Headed to Montana
During a press conference held at 5:00 PM Sunday at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, officials confirmed that the plane had departed from the same airport and was en route to Bozeman, Montana. The aircraft crashed approximately seven minutes after takeoff.
NTSB and FAA Launch Investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have launched a full investigation into the cause of the crash. Investigators will examine:
- Aircraft maintenance records
- Pilot certifications and flight history
- Flight data recordings
- Weather conditions at the time of the incident
Wreckage recovery, flight data analysis, and autopsies will be part of the investigation process. Preliminary findings are expected in the coming days, but a final report may take months to complete.
The Western Reserve Port Authority is assisting with coordination between local, state, and federal agencies, and recovery efforts are ongoing at the crash site.
Community in Mourning
The tragic loss has sent shockwaves through the Howland Township community and beyond. Local officials expressed condolences to the victims’ families and pledged full cooperation with federal investigators.
“This is a deeply tragic incident,” said a representative from the Western Reserve Port Authority. “Our hearts go out to the families affected. We are committed to helping uncover what led to this accident.”
What’s Next
Authorities are expected to release the names of the victims once families are notified. In the meantime, investigators continue their work at the crash site while the community comes to terms with the shocking loss.
Residents are urged to avoid the area near Spring Run Road and King Graves Road NE to allow responders and investigators to operate without disruption.