Charter plane with 8 aboard crashes in US's Alaska, search and rescue mission underway

A charter plane carrying eight people crashed in western Alaska on Thursday, prompting a search and rescue mission, according to a federal official. The aircraft, operated by a charter company, was reported to have two pilots and six passengers on board. The plane departed from Anchorage and was believed to have crashed while attempting to land at Cape Newenham, a remote radar site.

Clint Johnson, the National Transportation Safety Board's Alaska region chief, stated that details about the aircraft's occupants were not immediately available. The Alaska Rescue Coordination Center initiated a search and rescue operation following a report of the aircraft incident. Further information regarding the crash and the well-being of those on board will be shared as more details emerge. This situation is still unfolding, and updates will be provided as they become available.