ELKO, Nev. — A tragic plane crash in northeastern Nevada has left no survivors after a Canadian-registered Beechcraft B-32 aircraft went down in the Battle Mountain area near Elko, authorities confirmed late Thursday evening.
Emergency crews from across the region — including the Elko County Sheriff’s Office, local fire departments, and state emergency management teams — rushed to the remote crash site after reports of an aircraft down. Officials say the wreckage was located in rugged terrain, prompting a challenging recovery effort that continues as of Thursday night.
According to preliminary information from authorities, there were no survivors aboard the plane. The exact number of occupants has not yet been confirmed, and officials have not released information about the flight’s point of departure or intended destination.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have both been notified and are now leading the investigation to determine what caused the deadly crash. Investigators are expected to arrive on scene to conduct a thorough analysis of the wreckage, weather conditions, and any available flight data or communication logs.
Local officials have requested that the public avoid the crash area to allow emergency crews and investigators to safely perform their duties. “This is a difficult and sensitive operation,” an Elko County spokesperson said. “We’re asking residents and anyone in the vicinity to stay clear to ensure first responders can work efficiently.”
The identities of the victims will not be released until families have been notified, authorities added. Once next-of-kin notifications are complete, more details about those on board will be shared with the public.
Residents of the Elko and Battle Mountain communities have expressed sorrow and concern as word of the crash spread. Small aircraft incidents are rare in the region, but when they do occur, they often leave a lasting impact on the close-knit northern Nevada communities.
Officials are urging patience as the investigation unfolds, noting that determining the cause of an aviation crash can take weeks or even months. Updates from the FAA and NTSB will be released as new information becomes available.
This tragic incident serves as another somber reminder of the risks associated with flight and the importance of ongoing safety oversight within the aviation community.
