The Coles County Coroner's Office has revealed the identities of the victims of the plane crash that occurred this past Saturday near Mattoon, in the state of Illinois, United States.
According to a statement issued by the Illinois State Police, the deceased individuals have been identified as Ross R. Nelson, age 46; Raimi A. Rundle, age 45; Courtney L. Morrow, age 36; and Michael H. Morrow, age 48. All the victims were residents of Menomonie, in the state of Wisconsin.
The authorities confirmed that the four occupants were pronounced dead at the scene of the accident, which occurred shortly after 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, near the number 500 of County Road 1400 North, in the locality of Trilla, approximately three miles south of Mattoon.
The plane crashed on the highway, where it remained until approximately 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, while investigation efforts were underway by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
The authorities are continuing the ongoing investigation. The causes of the accident have not yet been determined.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Plane Crash in Illinois
What were the identities of the victims of the plane crash in Illinois?
The victims of the accident were Ross R. Nelson, Raimi A. Rundle, Courtney L. Morrow, and Michael H. Morrow, all residents of Menomonie, Wisconsin. The information was confirmed by the Coles County Coroner's Office.
What is known about the cause of the plane crash in Illinois?
The causes of the accident have not yet been determined. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are conducting an investigation to clarify the events.
How did the airplane crash in Illinois affect local traffic?
The road where the accident occurred was closed to traffic until approximately 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, while the investigation work was being carried out.
Have there been other air accidents recently in the United States?
Recently, there has been a series of aviation accidents in the United States, both in the civil and military sectors. Among them, an accident in Nebraska that resulted in three fatalities and another in New York with six lives lost. These incidents have raised concerns about aviation safety.
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