Pilot Killed In Fatal Plane Crash, Departed From NJ: Report

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — A twin-engine plane that departed from an airport in New Jersey crashed before arriving in New Hampshire on Friday evening, killing its pilot, authorities say.

The plane — which left from Essex County Airport in Fairfield — was on its way to Manchester-Boston Regional Airport to deliver medical supplies. It crashed around 11:30 p.m. on the shore of the Merrimack River, killing Emanuel Vomvolakis, 23, of Linden, Michigan, the Boston Herald reported.

A spokesperson for the Federal Aviation Administration said the plane, a Swearingen SA-226AT, experienced engine failure as it approached the airport, the Herald reported.

The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash.

The company operating the plane, Ohio-based Castle Aviation, released a statement of condolence on social media, calling the crash a “tragic accident.”

Another fatal crash involving a plane that departed from Essex County Airport took place in November. Two people were confirmed dead in the crash, which took place at Kemah Lake in Sussex County.

• See related article: Pilot Killed In NJ Plane Crash Went To Space With William Shatner

Send local news tips and correction requests to eric.kiefer@patch.com. Sign up for Patch email newsletters. Learn more about posting announcements or events to your local Patch site.