NTSB Releases Preliminary Report on Fatal Porterville Beechcraft Crash
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report on the fatal plane crash near Porterville Municipal Airport on February 11th. The crash killed the 70-year-old pilot from Visalia, who was flying a Beechcraft Bonanza V35. According to the report, the pilot was practicing instrument approaches when he reported engine trouble, stating it was "running rough." He attempted to return to the airport but was unable to make it. Witnesses reported seeing the aircraft in a steep, nose-low descent before it impacted an open field. The investigation is ongoing, and the wreckage has been recovered for further examination.
Official Source: https://abc30.com/post/ntsb-releases-preliminary-report-porterville-plane-crash/19861656/
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