Plane Crash 9 Killed - Tour Out of Ketchikan

PackerBacker wrote:
I worked in the aircraft engine business for over 40 years and absolutely hate to ever hear of any aircraft event like this. I lost some good friends years ago on a tour excursion in New Zealand when the aircraft hit a mountain in weather.

I for one will never jump on any aircraft in any weather. I hate to say but I believe that many of these tour folks should not be in business.

Sad, really sad.

These tour operators are known in the industry as part 135 operators because they operate under FAR 135, Their aircraft are maintained to a higher standard that the private aircraft we see flying by private owners.
These 135 operators are under the microscope of the FAA at all times, but it only takes one mistake by the pilot.

I'm sorry this type of accident happens. but it does.