Gerald Cotter dies in fatal WALLKILL plane crash

Gerald Cotter dies in fatal WALLKILL plane crash
Fatal WALLKILL plane crash death of Gerald Cotter

Investigators have pinpointed the aviator responsible for the aircraft that met a tragic end at Kobelt Airport in the Shawangunk region, authorities reported.

Federal aviation sources confirmed that Gerald Cotter, an 80-year-old resident of Milford, New Jersey, was the individual operating the small-engine plane when the incident occurred on Saturday, September 27. His duties were being performed shortly after 2:25 p.m.

According to initial reports from law enforcement, the aircraft experienced a post-crash ignition, resulting in a surrounding vegetation fire. Cotter was the sole occupant, and his body was located at the scene.

The relevant regulatory body has been notified, and a probe into the incident is currently underway.