FAA and NTSB Investigate Cessna 172 Crash Near North Carolina Airport
A single-engine Cessna 172 has crashed in a wooded area near the Columbus County Airport in North Carolina. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff, with the pilot reporting engine trouble moments before the accident. Two people were on board the aircraft. Both occupants survived and were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), along with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
Official Source: https://www.wect.com/2026/10/08/faa-investigating-plane-crash-near-columbus-county-airport/
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