Authorities Investigate Alaska Plane Crash That Killed Eight

Authorities in Alaska are investigating a plane crash that killed eight people on board near a military airstrip. The crash involved a Cessna 441 and occurred around 12:15 p.m. local time on Thursday, west of Cape Newenham LRRS Airport, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. All eight aboard were killed. Details about what led to the collision or how the aircraft descended have not been provided in the available report. Investigators will review the aircraft’s status, flight circumstances, and any available radar or communication records as part of the ongoing probe.