A tragic Civil Air Patrol plane crash occurred on November 23, 2024, in Larimer County, Colorado, during a search-and-rescue training exercise. The Cessna 182 aircraft crashed near Storm Mountain, killing two dedicated Civil Air Patrol volunteers: Pilot Susan Wolber and Aerial Photographer Jay Rhoten. The third person, the co-pilot, was injured and airlifted to a medical facility. Authorities, including the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), are investigating the cause of this devastating accident.
In this video, we break down the tragic details of the Civil Air Patrol plane crash, share official statements from Colorado Governor Jared Polis and Civil Air Patrol officials, and discuss the vital role the Civil Air Patrol plays in search-and-rescue missions across the U.S. These volunteers risk their lives every day to keep communities safe, and this incident highlights the dangers of their life-saving work.
We send our deepest condolences to the families and colleagues of those involved in this heartbreaking tragedy. Stay tuned for updates as the investigation into the crash continues.
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