Small Plane Crashes Near McGregor Airport, 3 Injured

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MCGREGOR, Minn. — A small plane crashed Sunday after taking off from the McGregor Airport, injuring the three people inside.

The crash was reported around 4:30 p.m.Plane Crash 1

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The Piper PA38 140 was located about a half-mile short of the runway.

The Aitkin County Sheriff’s Office told FOX 21 the aircraft lost power shortly after takeoff and was attempted to return to the airport when it went down.

Three people on board were seriously injured, according to Sheriff

One passenger was airlifted for treatment.

Two others were taken by ambulance to Riverwood Hospital.

There was also a small dog on board that ran away.  It is a small yorkie named Mako.  He has a brown face and grey body.  If you spot him, you are asked to call 612-220-5120.

The cause of the crash is under investigation.

More details are expected to be released Monday morning.

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Courtesy: Carlton County Fire News on Facebook

 

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