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On Tuesday afternoon, a World War II-era Douglas C-54 plane crashed along the Tanana River near Fairbanks, Alaska. The aircraft, a four-engine propeller transport used by the U.S. Air Forces in World War II and the Korean War, went down shortly after taking off from Fairbanks International Airport at 10 a.m. local time.
Confirmation of Two People on Board
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that there were two individuals on board the aircraft at the time of the crash. The exact circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation, and no further details have been disclosed by the authorities.
Response from Law Enforcement and Agencies
Following the crash, local, state, and federal agencies have all mobilized to respond to the site. Alaska State Troopers urged people to avoid the area and warned of an increased first responder presence in the vicinity. They have assured that additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
Historical Significance of the Aircraft
The Douglas C-54 involved in the crash holds historical significance as it was a V.I.P. transport called the Sacred Cow, utilized by Presidents Franklin Roosevelt and Harry Truman. The aircraft's role in history adds further poignancy to the incident.
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