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A small plane carrying moose meat crashed in Alaska, killing Eugene Peltola Jr., due to being overweight, carrying antlers that caused drag, and turbulent conditions, as detailed in a final NTSB report.
Eugene "Buzzy" Peltola Jr., the husband of Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola, has died in a plane crash in Alaska. The crash occurred in a remote and mountainous region, and the pilot, who was the only person onboard, had flown a hunter and equipment into the area. President Joe Biden expressed his condolences to Rep. Peltola, and members of Congress offered their sympathies. Peltola's death adds to a tragic history of plane incidents involving politicians in Alaska.
Eugene Peltola Jr., husband of Rep. Mary Peltola (D-Alaska), died in a plane crash in western Alaska. The single-engine Piper PA-18 crashed shortly after takeoff, and Peltola, the only person on board, died before a rescue team arrived. Peltola, a tribal member and former director for the Bureau of Indian Affairs Alaska Region, was remembered as an incredible man. Alaska has a high rate of small plane crashes due to its rugged terrain and limited infrastructure.
Eugene Peltola Jr., the husband of Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola of Alaska, has died following a plane crash in Alaska. The crash is being investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board. Peltola, Alaska's only representative in the House and the first Alaska Native to serve in Congress, is returning home to be with her family. Tragic plane deaths have affected Alaska politicians in the past, including former Sen. Ted Stevens and Rep. Don Young.
Eugene "Buzzy" Peltola Jr., the husband of Alaska U.S. Representative Mary Peltola, died in a plane crash in Southwest Alaska. Peltola was flying a single-engine Piper PA-18 Super Cub when it crashed shortly after departure. He was the only person on board and died before a rescue team arrived. The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation into the crash. Peltola's death has prompted an outpouring of condolences from political figures in Alaska.
Eugene Peltola Jr, the husband of Alaska congresswoman Mary Peltola, has died in a plane crash in Alaska. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the crash of a Piper PA 18-150 Super Cub that went down near St Mary's. Peltola Jr, a former regional director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs for Alaska, was the only person on board. Mary Peltola, the first Alaska Native in Congress, is returning home to be with their family.
Eugene Peltola Jr., the husband of Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola, has died in a plane crash. Known for his talents and sense of humor, Peltola Jr. was devoted to his family and friends. Mary Peltola will be returning home to be with her family, while her team continues their work. Condolences have been expressed for the family's loss.