According to CBS Los Angeles, around 7:20 a.m. on Sunday morning, January 30, a twin-engine Piper Comanche airplane crashed into a home in Big Bear City on Mountain View Boulevard, shortly after taking off from the Big Bear Airport.
Reportedly, the pilot encountered engine problems just after take-off. He was attempting to return to the airport and land when the aviation accident occurred. The pilot was taken to the Desert Regional Hospital in Palm Springs with unknown injuries, but is reportedly expected to survive. One person on the ground was slightly injured in the crash, but was able to be treated at the scene. The aircraft suffered extensive damage in the accident, as did the residence, which sustained significant damage to its roof and walls. Debris from the plane was scattered throughout the home.
The California plane accident is under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The exact cause of the airplane accident is unknown at this time.
If it is found that a manufacturer’s negligence contributed to an airplane crash, such as producing an aircraft with defects, or if a mechanic’s error was a factor in an accident, for example, by failing to fully complete a safety inspection, they may be held partially or fully responsible for the crash. Injured victims could obtain compensation to help cover hospital bills, ongoing medical expenses if needed, pain and suffering, and more.
If you have been injured in a small airplane accident, the California private plane crash lawyers at Panish Shea & Boyle LLP can conduct an investigation to determine whether someone’s negligence or error played a role in the crash and your resulting injuries and expenses. Our attorneys can help you receive compensation from negligent parties that you legally deserve for your injuries and related costs. Call 1-877-800-1700 today to schedule a free consultation.
