Investigators outline final moments of upstate New York plane crash that killed former college soccer star and family

A tragic plane crash on April 12 in Copake, New York, resulted in the deaths of a Massachusetts family, including former MIT soccer player Karenna Groff. The family was traveling to celebrate her birthday and Passover. Pilot Michael Groff informed air traffic control of missed landing instructions before losing communication, resulting in the crash approximately 10 miles from the airport. The National Transportation Safety Board's preliminary report did not establish a definitive cause but noted that weather advisories were not a factor. Investigators are reviewing the circumstances surrounding the crash to determine accountability and safety improvements.

The private plane crash in upstate New York claimed the lives of a family related to former MIT soccer player Karenna Groff, who was celebrating her birthday.

Preliminary reports reveal that the family’s aircraft faced significant issues during approach to the Columbia County Airport, highlighting concerns about pilot communication before disaster struck.

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