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SCHOOLCRAFT TOWNSHIP -- Injuries were reported as the result of a small plane crash Friday evening in rural Houghton County.
According to the Michigan State Police (MSP) Spl/Lt. Ashley Miller, Seventh District Public Information Officer, the crash was reported at 7:45 p.m. Friday evening. Miller confirmed that MSP responded to a small plane crash that occurred on Township Park Road in Schoolcraft Township.
Miller said a full report had not been filed as of Monday morning. “There were no fatalities, however, I believe there were injuries.” Miller did not have name (s) of the injured nor information regarding the extent of the injuries.
The Daily Mining Gazette contacted the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), which handles all aircraft accidents. The NTSB responded shortly after 3 p.m. Monday.
“NTSB is investigating the Aug. 14 crash of a Taylorcraft DCO-65 airplane near Copper City, Michigan. Preliminary information indicates the airplane lost power during takeoff from a private grass strip due to unknown circumstances.”
The NTSB response indicated the agency’s investigation involves three primary areas”
• The pilot
• The aircraft
• The operating environment
A preliminary report will be available within 30 days; it can be accessed by searching the NTSB investigations database at https://my.ntsb.gov/ The NTSB says the preliminary report will contain factual information gathered during the initial phase of the investigation. A probable cause of the crash along with any contributing factors will be detailed in the final report, which is expected in 12-24 months.