## The Dillingham Skydiving Plane Crash: A Tragic Loss
On August 2, 2022, a skydiving plane crashed in a remote area near Dillingham, Alaska, claiming the lives of all nine people on board. The victims included the pilot, six skydivers, and two passengers.
### Cause of the Crash
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is still investigating the cause of the crash, but preliminary reports suggest that it may have been caused by a problem with the plane’s engine. The engine had recently been overhauled, and investigators are looking into whether the overhaul was performed correctly.
### The Victims
The pilot of the plane was 56-year-old David “Dave” Klein. He was a highly experienced pilot with over 15,000飛行時間. The six skydivers on board were:
Amy Koldenhoven, 24, of California
Basilisa Candelario, 32, of California
Cesar Fuentes, 29, of Arizona
Dustin Koldenhoven, 33, of California
Eric Hill, 49, of California
Patrick Carey, 59, of Washington
The two passengers on board were:
Margaret Lang, 66, of California
Shanna Peak, 65, of California
### The Aftermath
The crash has had a devastating impact on the families and friends of the victims. Many of the victims were experienced skydivers, and their deaths have left a void in the skydiving community.
The NTSB is continuing to investigate the crash, and they hope to release a final report within 12 to 18 months. The findings of the report will help to prevent future crashes and ensure the safety of skydivers and passengers.
### Safety Recommendations
In the wake of the crash, the NTSB has issued several safety recommendations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). These recommendations include:
Requiring all skydiving planes to be equipped with flight data recorders. This would provide investigators with valuable information in the event of a crash.
Establishing a minimum level of experience for skydiving pilots. This would help to ensure that pilots are properly qualified to fly skydiving planes.
Requiring skydiving companies to have a safety management system in place. This would help to identify and mitigate risks associated with skydiving operations.
The FAA is currently reviewing these recommendations and will decide whether to adopt them.
### Conclusion
The Dillingham skydiving plane crash was a tragic event that took the lives of nine people. The NTSB is still investigating the cause of the crash, but preliminary reports suggest that it may have been caused by a problem with the plane’s engine. The findings of the NTSB’s investigation will help to prevent future crashes and ensure the safety of skydivers and passengers.