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Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Canadian Family in West Nashville
In a devastating turn of events, a single-engine plane crashed behind the Costco store just off the eastbound lanes of I-40 in West Nashville, resulting in the loss of five lives. The victims have been identified as the Dotsenko family from Canada, including pilot Victor Dotsenko, 43, his wife Rimma Dotsenko, 39, and their three children, David, 12, Adam, 10, and Emma, 7.
Emergency Landing Gone Wrong
The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) reported that the control tower at John C. Tune Airport received a distress call from the pilot about engine and power failure. Despite emergency approval to land on Runway 2, the plane ultimately crashed, leading to the tragic outcome.
911 Calls Detail Urgency and Confusion
Following the crash, witnesses made frantic 911 calls, expressing urgency and confusion as they saw the plane go down near the interstate and burst into flames. The Nashville Fire Department responded promptly, extinguishing the fire and preserving crucial evidence for investigation.
Preliminary Findings and Investigation
Air Safety Investigator Aaron McCarter of the National Transportation and Safety Board (NTSB) stated that the plane suffered a catastrophic loss of power for unknown reasons. The wreckage has been transported to an aviation facility for detailed examination, with investigators aiming to determine the cause of the engine failure.
Long Road to Answers
While a preliminary report is expected within 10 days, a full analysis and probable cause could take up to a year to complete. The NTSB and relevant authorities are committed to uncovering the truth behind this tragic incident and ensuring that such events are prevented in the future.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dotsenko family and all those affected by this heartbreaking plane crash in West Nashville.
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