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Pilot killed in small plane crash north of Brisco
A local pilot was killed in a small plane crash near Brisco November 24
On Friday, Nov. 24 at approximately 4 p.m., Columbia Valley RCMP received a report of a small plane crashing north of Brisco on the Bugaboos side of the valley.
A hunter had observed the plane apparently have engine trouble then go down in the wooded area, reported Columbia Valley RCMP Detachment commander Sgt. Ed deJong.
Columbia Valley Search and Rescue, the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre, and Transport Canada were all advised and provided resources.
On the morning of November 25, the crash site was located and it was discovered the pilot, and lone occupant, did not survive the impact.
“Our condolences go out to the family of the pilot who is a local area resident. We would also like to thank all those partner agencies involved in the search for the plane,” said Sgt deJong.
Transport Canada will be the lead investigating agency going forward.
This past week November 20 to November 27, Columbia Valley RCMP responded to 62 calls for service.
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