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· collected 2026-08-21 · by Jack Moore, Jon Haworth
A plane with 8 people aboard crashed in western Alaska on Thursday, killing all on board according to officials from Alaskan Command. The Cessna 441 was headed to the Cape Newenham Long Range Radar site when it crashed around 12:15 p.m. local time. No survivors were found by "Guardian Angel personnel" from the 212th Rescue Squadron, and their names will not be released until 24 hours after notification of next of kin. The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the crash.
Written by the local model on 2026-08-21,
using this article's own text rather than the other coverage of the
same event (that is the story summary below).
Story summary
A charter plane carrying 8 people crashed at a remote radar site in western Alaska, killing all on board. The plane, operated by Security Aviation, took off from Anchorage and was headed to Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site Airport when it crashed around 12:15 pm local time. There were 6 passengers and 2 pilots on board, according to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The US military said the plane was a "civilian-contracted aircraft" and that the individuals on board were "dedicated professionals carrying out a vital mission in a demanding environment". The radar site is part of a network of remote sites that track aircraft operating in Alaska's airspace. The US Air Force Alaskan Command's commander, Lt. Gen. Robert Davis, described the crash as a "devastating loss for our military family and the communities we serve". An investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, led by the NTSB with assistance from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The names of those on board will not be released until 24 hours after their next of kin have been notified.
Written for “Alaska Plane Crash Fatalities” on 2026-08-31,
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or critically written without being left or right, and scoring it
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'No survivors' after plane with 8 aboard crashes in Alaska: Officials
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The NTSB will investigate the crash.
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A plane with eight people aboard crashed in a remote part of western Alaska on Thursday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
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The Cessna 441, which took off from Anchorage earlier Thursday crashed about 12:15 p.m. local time, according to the FAA.
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The plane was headed to the Cape Newenham Long Range Radar site, according to the FAA.
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The plane crashed west of the radar site's airport, the FAA said.
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Alaskan Command issued a statement late Thursday saying that all eight people aboard the aircraft died.
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"Guardian Angel personnel from the 212th Rescue Squadron confirmed there were no survivors," according to Alaskan Command's statement.
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"The names of the passengers and crew will be released 24 hours after notification of next of kin."
The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the crash.
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"I join Alaskans in offering condolences as we learn of the plane crash in Cape Newenham today," Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski said in a social media post, identifying the flight as one operated by Security Aviation, which offers charter flights throughout Alaska.
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"I’ve traveled extensively with Security Aviation throughout Alaska, and have met many of their experienced pilots," Murkowski said.
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"I appreciate the U.S. Coast Guard, NTSB, Alaska State Troopers, and the Rescue Coordination Center for responding to the site.
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Alaska is praying for those on board, their loved ones, and the team at Security Aviation."
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"Julie and I join our fellow Alaskans in praying for the families and loved ones of those who were killed today in a plane crash in Western Alaska," Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan said in a statement. "
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I’ve asked for a briefing from the NTSB and the FAA as we all seek answers on what caused this horrific tragedy."
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In a social media statement, Rep. Nick Begich said: "This is incredibly difficult news for many Alaskans, especially those in our close-knit aviation community.
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Dharna and I join Alaskans across our state in praying for everyone affected and the entire Security Aviation family.
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Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site is managed by the Pacific Air Forces Regional Support Center and is part of a network of remote radar sites that track aircraft operating in Alaska's airspace and along its borders, according to Alaskan Command.
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“This is a devastating loss for our military family and the communities we serve," said U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert Davis, commander of Alaskan Command, the Alaskan North American Aerospace Defense Command Region and Eleventh Air Force.
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“These individuals were dedicated professionals carrying out a vital mission in a demanding environment.
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Our absolute priority right now is providing unwavering support to their families, friends, and teammates during this devastating time.
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This is a developing story.
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