Terrifying moment plane crashes out the sky in New Hampshire, slamming into trees and sending out sparks – as fire officials say it’s a MIRACLE aircraft didn’t burst into flames
A pilot whose aircraft crashed out of the sky and slammed into trees in New Hampshire is lucky to be alive
The small cargo plane took a nosedive in Londonderry on Friday and smashed into the ground after taking off from Manchester-Boston regional airport
Surveillance footage captured the moment the aircraft fell through the trees and ignited some sparks before smashing into a resident’s backyard
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A pilot whose aircraft crashed out of the sky and slammed into trees in New Hampshire is lucky to be alive.
The small cargo plane took a nosedive in Londonderry on Friday morning and smashed into the ground shortly after taking off from Manchester-Boston regional airport.
Surveillance footage captured the moment the aircraft fell through the trees and ignited some sparks before smashing into a resident’s backyard.
The pilot was left with serious injuries and taken to hospital for treatment but officials say it is a miracle the plane did not catch fire as it had around 250 gallons of fuel on board.
A pilot whose aircraft crashed out of the sky and slammed into trees in New Hampshire is lucky to be alive
The small cargo plane took a nosedive in Londonderry on Friday morning and smashed into the ground shortly after taking off from Manchester-Boston regional airport
The pilot was left with serious injuries and taken to hospital for treatment but officials say it is a miracle the plane did not catch fire as it had around 250 gallons of fuel on board
It is not clear what caused the crash but the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident.
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Video of the crash shows sparks flying as the plane smashes through the trees on the way to the ground and loud bangs can be heard.
Neighbors ran outside and rushed to the pilot’s aid after hearing the loud crash.
‘He was pinned up against the dash so he was trying to get his belt off. He was a little, seemed like he might’ve been a little altered,’ Brian Croteau told NBC Boston.
‘He was a little, seemed like he might’ve been a little altered, couldn’t really make out what he was saying, he was mumbling, looks like he hurt his face pretty substantially.’
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Emergency services rushed to the scene within minutes of receiving a report of the incident and the pilot was rushed to hospital
‘He was pinned up against the dash so he was trying to get his belt off. He was a little, seemed like he might’ve been a little altered,’ Brian Croteau said
Emergency services rushed to the scene within minutes of receiving a report of the incident and the pilot was rushed to hospital.
‘They actually had to pry the plane open just kind of like a car crash to try and get him out,’ Eddie Saktanaset said.
Fire officials said the pilot was conscious during the ordeal and even called 911 himself following the crash.
‘He ought to play the lottery for sure. A lot of things could have gone wrong further than the aircraft crashing,’ fire chief Bo Butler said.
Photos from the scene show the wreckage of the cargo aircraft still scattered across the ground.
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Terrifying moment plane crashes out the sky in New Hampshire, slamming into trees and sending out sparks – as fire officials say it’s a MIRACLE aircraft didn’t burst into flames
The federal government has activated the New Hampshire National Guard’s 157th Air Refueling Wing in connection with the war with Iran.
“I’ve had a briefing myself, a classified briefing, but it’s really important on the messaging on this that we really coordinate with the Pentagon,” Gov. Kelly Ayotte told reporters during a press briefing following Wednesday’s Executive Council meeting.
Ayotte said she was unable to share additional details about the nature of the New Hampshire National Guard’s activity related to the conflict, including how many guard members have been activated or what role they are playing.
“We’re going to respect what messaging comes out of the Pentagon just to make sure that our men and women in uniform are fully protected and that we aren’t providing any information that could be used in a way that would be harmful to them,” Ayotte said.
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In a statement Thursday, Ayotte said the unit had been deployed in late February to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in support of the operation.
Pease Air National Guard KC-46 Pegasus air refueling aircraft in June 2023.
Earlier this week, Pentagon officials confirmed that members of the Vermont National Guard were involved in attacks against Iran over the weekend, though our news partners at Vermont Public were not able to confirm additional details on the nature of the operation.
During the briefing with local reporters, Ayotte also stressed her support for servicemembers and those close to them.
“I have such respect for our men and women in uniform,” Ayotte said. “As you know, I come from a military family, and they have our full support, and we appreciate them and their families, and obviously anyone who is serving right now, and my thoughts and prayers go out to those who have lost someone that they love.”
CONCORD – While Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte has said she opposes increasing highway toll rates across the state, the Senate voted Thursday to increase rates for out-of-state license plate holders.
It now goes to the House for consideration.
This would be a $1 increase for those who have out of state plates going through the tolls at Hooksett, Hampton and Bedford for out-of-state plates, a 75 cent hike for those taking Hampton’s Exit 2 and on the Spaulding turnpike at Rochester, and a 50 cent hike for those taking the exit off I-93 to Hooksett.
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An analysis in the bill shows that this would increase toll revenue by $53.3 million in fiscal year 2027 and go up each year to generate $81.4 million a year in 2036.
Senate Bill 627 passed on a voice vote with two Republicans, Senators Regina Birdsell of Hampstead and William Gannon of Sandown opposing.
Senator Mark E. McConkey, R-Freedom, moved to take the bill off the table and offered an amendment. He said the last time there was a systemwide increase to the turnpike toll was 19 years ago.
“I am sure we could all agree the cost of operations…has continued to escalate when revenue is not rising with it,” and he noted that with an enterprise fund, the state can only spend what it takes in.
The state has just completed a 10-year highway plan and there was a $400 million shortfall in projects that could not be paid for under the current income.
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McConkey said the measure would not increase tolls for New Hampshire drivers with a state license plate.
“Why don’t we ask our neighbors,” to pay a toll increase. “We are getting the best of all worlds,” by passing the bill, he said, including “protecting our residents” and having resources for improvements to the turnpike system.
Sen. Gannon, R-Sandown, asked McConkey if there are any studies on impacts near the border on businesses.
If implemented, McConkey said the state will be the 27th lowest in per mile cost still. McConkey said the bill would also increase from seven to 14 days the amount of time for those with NH license plates to pay for a toll adding there are other states that also have different rates for out-of-state users.
The Hampton toll cost would go from $2 to $3, while Hooksett and Bedford would rise from $1 to $2 for out-of-state plates.
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New Hampshire currently has the lowest rate per mile among states with tolls roads. The governor said she does not support a toll increase.
“We are not going to put a burden on drivers for a toll increase,” Ayotte said. “Families are struggling.”
