One Dead in Airplane Crash Near Minden-Tahoe Airport

What Happened?

A single-engine airplane crashed shortly after takeoff from the Minden-Tahoe Airport on Thursday, killing one person who has not been identified.

The plane went down in a field near the airport at about 11:45 a.m., according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

Who Was on the Plane?

The identity of the person who died in the crash has not been released.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office said the pilot was the only person on the plane.

What Caused the Crash?

The cause of the crash is under investigation.

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash.

What's Next?

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is asking anyone who witnessed the crash to call them at 775-782-9930.

The NTSB is expected to release a preliminary report on the crash within the next few weeks.