NTSB: Pilots flying same plane model that crashed near Whidbey Island urged to check equipment
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued an urgent safety recommendation on Thursday, asking everyone who operates the same type of floatplane that crashed near Whidbey Island, killing 10, to check their equipment immediately.
New report indicates what may have caused floatplane crash that killed 10 people near Whidbey Island
A federal crash team is zeroing in on a mechanical problem that may have caused a floatplane crash that killed 10 people last month near Whidbey Island, Washington.
Off-duty Island County sheriff's sergeant arrested for 2 separate allegations of rape
The Skagit County Sheriff's Office arrested a sergeant with the Island County Sheriff's Office for an investigation regarding two separate allegations of rape.
FAA issues warning about type of seaplane that crashed near Whidbey Island
Federal authorities have issued a warning about a part of the tail in the type of seaplane that crashed near Whidbey Island last month, killing 10 people.
Remains of 7 of 10 killed in Whidbey Island floatplane crash now identified
The remains of seven of the 10 people who died in a floatplane crash in Washington state’s Puget Sound have now been identified, officials said Friday.
Camano Island residents face months-long permit process to prepare for storm season
Nearly a year after devastating floods hit western Washington, some residents on Camano Island are running into roadblocks to rebuild from the damage left behind.
5 additional bodies recovered from Whidbey Island floatplane crash
Authorities say they’ve recovered 80% of a floatplane that crashed on Sept. 4 near Whidbey Island that killed all ten people on board. As of Sept. 30, a total of six victims were recovered.
Whidbey Island floatplane crash: Crews begin recovery efforts
Crews with the National Transportation Safety Board and the U.S. Navy will begin to recover the wreckage of a floatplane that crashed off Whidbey Island earlier this month.
Portion of SR 20 in Oak Harbor shut down for hours due to bomb threat
A portion of State Route 20 on the south end of Oak Harbor was shut down Monday for several hours while police and explosive experts investigated a bomb threat.
NTSB to recover Whidbey Island floatplane wreckage later this month in a '24/7 operation'
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the U.S. Navy will be combining efforts to recover the wreckage of the floatplane that crashed into Mutiny Bay off Whidbey Island earlier this month.
2 kayakers rescued from tidal rapids in Deception Pass
Two kayakers were rescued Sunday after becoming trapped in tidal rapids under Deception Pass Bridge.
NTSB locates wreckage of floatplane that crashed off Whidbey Island
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced that it has located the wreckage of the floatplane that crashed off Whidbey Island last week. All 10 people on board were killed.
NTSB finds wreckage in area where floatplane may have crashed near Whidbey Island
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) says it may have found potential wreckage of the floatplane that crashed Sunday near Whidbey Island, Washington.
Inslee called for review of DCYF's handling of Oakley Carlson's case; no wrongdoing found
In a letter to the director of the state Office of the Family and Children’s Ombuds (OFCO), Gov. Jay Inslee called on the organization to review the Department of Children, Youth and Families’ (DCYF) handling of Oakley Carlson’s case.
Waters near Whidbey Island will be dyed red for wastewater study
Waters near Whidbey Island will be red on Monday as officials will be adding dye to the water for a study that will evaluate safety of Oak Harbor shellfish.
Some personal items recovered near Whidbey Island plane crash site; NTSB still looking for wreckage
On Tuesday, officials with the National Transportation Safety Board provided more details about the Whidbey Island plane crash that presumably killed all 10 passengers, as well as information on the ongoing investigation.
Aviation experts say NTSB has challenging work ahead following deadly plane crash
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is on the ground with crews on Whidbey Island, and in Mukilteo, as they begin to investigate the deadly floatplane crash that claimed 10 lives near Mutiny Bay.
New photos show devastation after floatplane crashes with 10 on-board near Whidbey Island
Three pictures obtained by FOX 13 News are shedding new light on the devastation following the float plane crash that killed 10 people.
New photos show devastation after floatplane crashes with 10 on-board near Whidbey Island
Three pictures obtained by FOX 13 News are shedding new light on the devastation following the float plane crash that killed 10 people. The man behind the camera was, according to him, the first boat on the scene after hearing the loud boom. Neither he, nor his wife, saw the plane crash. However, they turned toward the loud noise and witnessed a column of water that hung in the air for an estimated 10 seconds. "We are both just coming to grips with what we witnessed," he said. "Absolutely tragic."
Whidbey Island plane crash: Coast Guard releases names of passengers, crew
The U.S. Coast Guard released the names of all 10 victims in Sunday's seaplane crash off Whidbey Island.