Marana, AZ – A tragic midair collision between two small planes at Marana Regional Airport on Wednesday morning has left two people dead, officials confirmed.
According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the crash occurred at 8:25 a.m. local time. The two aircraft involved were a Lancair and a Cessna, both fixed-wing single-engine planes. Marana Regional Airport, where the collision took place, is located approximately 21 miles northwest of Tucson.
Each plane was carrying two passengers. According to a spokesperson for the town of Marana, the two fatalities were aboard the same aircraft, while the other two individuals escaped uninjured.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reported that the aircraft collided while flying “upwind of runway 12.” Following the impact, the Cessna was unable to land safely, while the Lancair crashed near runway 3, sparking a post-impact fire. Officials also confirmed that neither aircraft was based at Marana Regional Airport.
Marana Regional Airport Superintendent Galen Beem expressed condolences, stating, “On behalf of the Town of Marana and the Marana Regional Airport, our hearts go out to all the individuals and families impacted by this event. This is an unprecedented event, and we are grateful for the swift response from the Marana Police Department and Northwest Fire District.”
The FAA and NTSB have launched a full investigation, with the NTSB taking the lead. In the meantime, Marana Regional Airport remains temporarily closed as authorities continue their inquiry.
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