By Andrew Hoxha 
Two people died after a mid-air collision between a Cessna 172S and a Lancair 360 MK II at Marana Regional Airport, Arizona, around 8:30 a.m. The crash left one plane burning near the runway, while the other landed safely.
The two occupants of the landed aircraft were unharmed.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed the fatalities and is investigating. Marana Regional Airport, which lacks an air traffic control tower, is temporarily closed.
Officials extended condolences and thanked first responders.
The airport is part of the FAA’s Air Traffic Control Tower Program, which could lead to future safety improvements.
The tragic incident at Marana Regional Airport in Arizona has left two people d.ead after a mid-air collision between a Cessna 172S and a Lancair 360 MK II. The crash occurred at approximately 8:30 a.m., resulting in one plane catching fire near the runway while the other was able to land safely.
Fortunately, the two occupants of the landed aircraft were unharmed in the collision. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has confirmed the fatalities and has launched an investigation into the cause of the accident. As a result of the incident, Marana Regional Airport, which does not have an air traffic control tower, has been temporarily closed.
In the wake of the tragedy, officials have expressed their condolences to the families of the victims and have praised the quick response and efforts of the first responders who arrived at the scene. The community is mourning the loss of the two individuals who lost their lives in this devastating event.
Marana Regional Airport is part of the FAA’s Air Traffic Control Tower Program, which may lead to future safety improvements to prevent such accidents from occurring in the future. The investigation into the collision will likely provide more insight into what went wrong and what measures can be taken to enhance safety at the airport.
As the community comes to terms with this heartbreaking incident, it serves as a reminder of the risks involved in aviation and the importance of prioritizing safety measures to prevent tragedies like this from happening again. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time.