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Plane Crash in Haines Junction, Yukon

A small aircraft crashed in the Haines Junction, Yukon, area on Monday. The plane, a Cessna U206G, was owned and operated by Rocking Star Adventures Ltd. The incident occurred just after 3:30 p.m. when the aircraft collided with the ground at the airport.

The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) is currently investigating the crash. They have not released information on the number of individuals on board the plane or the extent of injuries or fatalities. The TSB is gathering information and assessing the occurrence to determine the next steps.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have secured the crash site and are awaiting investigators from Transport Canada. Rocking Star Adventures, a company based in Burwash Landing, Yukon, provides aerial tours of nearby glaciers to tourists and offers charter services for various industries.

This unfortunate incident has raised concerns and authorities are working to gather more information to understand the cause of the crash and ensure the safety of aviation in the region.