Alaska officials identify 4 men killed in a small plane crash near coastal town
A small plane crashed in western Alaska, killing eight people. Officials have identified four of those who died: the pilot and three passengers from California. The incident involved both Air Force and Army Corps of Engineers personnel.
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2 developments- Aug 25Air Force officer among those killed in Alaska plane crash
- Aug 27Alaska officials confirm identities of 4 men killed in plane crash near coastal town
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