Teen Pilot and Passenger Remembered After Fatal Alaska Tour Crash
An 18-year-old pilot and her 18-year-old passenger were killed in a plane crash near the Knik Glacier in Alaska. The victims have been identified as pilot Julia Calvin of Michigan and passenger Lucas Elliott of Washington. They were aboard a Cessna 172 operated by the tour company Scenic Mountain Air when the accident occurred. Both teens were passionate about aviation, with Elliott being an aspiring Air Force pilot. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is leading the investigation into the cause of the fatal crash.
Official Source: https://www.wsfa.com/2026/09/24/im-doing-what-i-love-beloved-pilot-michigan-teen-remembered-after-fatal-alaska-plane-crash/
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