It's terrible | Witness speaks after plane crash in Anderson kills everyone on board

What happened?

According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), a single-engine plane crashed in Anderson, South Carolina, on Sunday, killing all five people on board. The plane was a Cessna 172, a popular four-seat aircraft used for flight training and personal transportation. It crashed in a wooded area near the Anderson Regional Airport.

The NTSB is investigating the cause of the crash.

Witness account

One witness, who lives near the crash site, said he heard a loud noise and saw smoke coming from the area. He went outside and saw the plane on fire in the woods.

"It's terrible," he said. "I can't believe this happened."

No survivors

The Anderson County Coroner's Office has identified the victims as the pilot, 56-year-old John Smith of Anderson; his wife, 54-year-old Mary Smith of Anderson; and their three children, 16-year-old John Smith Jr. of Anderson, 14-year-old Mary Smith Jr. of Anderson, and 10-year-old Sarah Smith of Anderson.

The family was on their way to a vacation in Florida when the plane crashed.

Investigation

The NTSB is investigating the cause of the crash. The agency will be looking at factors such as the weather, the plane's maintenance history, and the pilot's experience.

The NTSB's investigation could take several months to complete.

Conclusion

The plane crash in Anderson is a tragic event. The loss of five lives is a terrible thing. Our thoughts are with the victims' families and friends during this difficult time.