A twin-engine Beechcraft aircraft crashed about 200 to 300 yards offshore from Pacific Grove in Monterey County. The crash occurred on Saturday night, with rescue efforts initiated shortly after notification to the U.S. Coast Guard. The plane had taken off from San Carlos airport and was en route to Idaho, with flight tracking data showing it was last seen near Monterey. A comprehensive search operation has been launched, and the National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident. Parts of the aircraft have been recovered from a nearby beach.
Two individuals were found unresponsive, and efforts were ongoing to locate a third person after a small plane crash near Point Pinos Lighthouse.
The Beechcraft twin-engine plane took off from San Carlos airport and crashed approximately 200 to 300 yards offshore around 10:55 p.m.
A comprehensive search was initiated by the Coast Guard, which involved boats, helicopters, and Cal Fire drones to assist in the recovery operation.
Parts of the crashed plane, including a wheel, were discovered washed ashore at Asilomar State Beach, highlighting the impact of the incident.
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