UPDATE: A tragic midair collision between two small aircraft at Fort Morgan Municipal Airport in Colorado has resulted in the death of one person. The incident occurred today, July 15, 2025, at approximately 10:40 a.m. local time, as a Cessna 172 and a Flugzeugbau EA300 collided during their final approach to land.
Authorities report that four individuals were on board the aircraft at the time of the crash. While two sustained minor injuries and were treated on-site, one person was rushed to the hospital. Tragically, the fourth occupant was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has confirmed that both agencies, the NTSB and the FAA, will investigate the circumstances surrounding this devastating incident. The NTSB will lead the investigation and provide updates as more information becomes available.
This incident is particularly concerning as it follows a series of aviation safety discussions. Recently, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that the FAA requires an additional $19 billion to modernize the aging Air Traffic Control system, highlighting ongoing safety issues in U.S. airspace.
The community is in shock as details unfold. Eyewitnesses describe a horrific scene as the planes collided and caught fire, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced safety measures in aviation.
As the investigation progresses, all eyes will be on the FAA and NTSB for critical updates. The aviation community and families of the victims are anxiously awaiting answers.
Stay tuned for further developments on this breaking news story.