On July 13, 2026, a Piper PA-61 Aerostar (Ted Smith 601) (registration N800AA) operated by Jasper Air was involved in an aviation accident near Saranac Lake-Adirondack, United States of America during takeoff. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine airplane crashed into a wooded area shortly after taking off at night from Saranac Lake-Adirondack Airport, resulting in the deaths of all three people on board.
What happened
The incident occurred during a nighttime departure from Saranac Lake-Adirondack Airport. The aircraft, identified as a twin-engine model, lifted off from runway 23. Shortly after becoming airborne, the plane entered an uncontrolled descent. It subsequently impacted the ground in a wooded area situated approximately 3 kilometers south of the airfield. The crash resulted in fatal injuries for all individuals on board. There were three occupants in the aircraft at the time of the accident: one pilot and two passengers. All three occupants lost their lives in the event.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific contributing factors or conclusions regarding the cause of the uncontrolled descent following takeoff.
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