Pilot dead in crash near Quebec City involving plane intended for Remembrance Day ceremony: premier
The pilot of a plane that was intended for a Remembrance Day ceremony has died in a crash near Quebec City, according to the province’s premier. Paul St-Pierre Plamondon says the plane crashed in Saint-Georges, in the Beauce region, on Wednesday morning. “I would like to extend my sincere condolences to their family and loved […]
A pilot tragically lost his life in a plane crash near Saint-Georges, located in the Beauce region near Quebec City, according to the province's premier. The crash occurred on Wednesday morning, while the aircraft was en route to participate in a Remembrance Day ceremony. Prime Minister Paul St-Pierre Plamondon expressed his condolences to the pilot's family and loved ones, stating that he is working with the Quebec Domestic Security Minister to gather more information and assess if the Government of Quebec can offer any assistance.
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has dispatched a team to the scene to investigate the incident, which is situated approximately 100 kilometers south of Quebec City. Quebec Liberal Leader Charles Milliard also conveyed his deepest condolences to the pilot's family, adding that his thoughts are with everyone impacted by this unfortunate tragedy. Additional updates will follow.
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