Eight Killed in Alaskan Air Force Plane Crash Near Cape Newenham

Sun Sep 06 2026 02:29:20 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

A civilian‑contracted aircraft crashed near the remote Cape Newenham radar base, killing all eight on board. The Air Force released a statement on the tragedy.

A civilian‑contracted plane crashed near the Cape Newenham long‑range radar site in Alaska, killing all eight people aboard. The aircraft departed from Anchorage International Airport for a 450‑mile flight to the remote site, where investigators confirmed no survivors. Air Force officials described the passengers as dedicated professionals on a vital mission, and an investigation has begun to determine the cause of the crash.

Eight Killed in Alaskan Air Force Plane Crash Near Cape Newenham

A civilian‑contracted aircraft crashed near the remote Cape Newenham long‑range radar site in Alaska, killing all eight people aboard.

The crash occurred after midday local time (20:00 GMT) on Thursday. The aircraft had departed from Anchorage International Airport on a 450‑mile (725 km) flight to the radar installation.

The Air Force said the passengers were dedicated professionals carrying out a vital mission in a demanding environment, but their identities remain unconfirmed. Rescuers reached the site and confirmed there were no survivors.

Lt Gen Robert Davis, commander of the Alaskan Command, described the loss as a “devastating loss for our military family and the communities we serve” and pledged support to affected families. An investigation is underway, with the National Transportation Safety Board’s Alaska region chief noting the flight had two pilots and six passengers.