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Steamboat Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Small Plane Crashes Near Steamboat Springs, Killing All 4 Aboard
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause of the crash into mountainous terrain.
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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A small plane carrying four people crashed near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, early Friday morning, killing everyone on board. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident, which occurred around 12:20 a.m. local time.
Why it matters
Small plane crashes are relatively rare but can have devastating impacts on local communities. This incident raises questions about flight safety regulations, weather conditions, and emergency response procedures in remote mountainous areas.
The details
The plane, an Epic E1000, crashed into mountainous terrain under unknown circumstances. Search and rescue teams were dispatched to the remote crash site, but the four people on board were pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities believe three of the victims were part of the same family.
- The plane crashed around 12:20 a.m. local time on Friday, February 13, 2026.
- Search and rescue teams were called at 12:40 a.m. and arrived at the site by 1 a.m.
The players
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
The U.S. government agency responsible for the regulation and oversight of civil aviation.
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)
An independent U.S. government investigative agency responsible for civil transportation accident investigation.
Routt County Sheriff Doug Scherar
The sheriff of Routt County, Colorado, where the plane crash occurred.
Routt County Coroner Mitch Locke
The coroner for Routt County, Colorado, who is working to notify the victims' families.
ALS Aviation
The limited liability company in Franklin, Tennessee that the crashed plane was registered to.
What’s next
The NTSB will lead the investigation into the cause of the crash, with the FAA providing assistance. The recovered aircraft will be examined at a secure facility to determine the factors that led to the incident.
The takeaway
This tragic small plane crash in a remote Colorado mountain area highlights the importance of robust aviation safety regulations, thorough accident investigations, and effective emergency response procedures, especially in challenging terrain and weather conditions.
