Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 13 hours ago

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On July 9, 2026, a Beechcraft B55 Baron, N202DK, was destroyed when it crashed near Waterloo, Illinois. It appears the aircraft flew into adverse weather conditions. The two occupants on board were fatally injured.

ASI Safety Spotlight: Thunderstorm Avoidance
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