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Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
GoFundMe collecting funds for wife of pilot killed in Mass. plane crash
A GoFundMe is collecting donations for the wife of a pilot killed in a plane crash in Beverly last week. The fundraiser has raised $29,338 of its $35,000 goal through 247 donations as of Sunday afternoon. The family of the pilot identified him as Geoffrey Andrews, an aerospace engineer with a passion for flying. He was expecting his first child in October with his wife. "Geoffrey's family, friends, and his beloved wife Gentry are devastated and heartbroken at his untimely death,' the family said in a statement. 'Beyond his love for flight, Geoffrey was a charismatic, beautiful soul who cared deeply for his family and friends and always had a kind word for others." The crash happened at about 7:45 a.m. on Thursday near 106 Sam Fonzo Dr., next to Beverly Regional Airport. The plane, a Mooney M20, came to a rest on the industrial park roadway against a utility pole, and debris spread through the trees and across the street. The passenger survived the crash and authorities brought the person to the hospital, but their condition is unknown as of Sunday morning. The Essex County District Attorney's Office, the Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident. The family said Andrews 'dreamed of someday having the opportunity to become an astronaut.' He served as a staff scientist for MIT Lincoln Laboratory. He is a doctoral graduate from Purdue University and completed his undergraduate studies at Lehigh University, the statement read. 'Geoffrey loved flying, even moonlighting as a ferry pilot to build hours and experience when he was a graduate student,' the family wrote. Mass. Senate set to make its first move against Trump in 2025 | Bay State Briefing Illegal fireworks have caused over 200 serious injuries in Mass. in the last 5 years First of two men charged with murder in 2021 Seekonk fatal shooting found guilty Land shortage prompts Springfield to propose property swap for new school 100,000 mattresses sold on Amazon recalled due to 'deadly' fire risk Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
Passenger who survived fatal Mass. plane crash dies day after pilot
A passenger who was injured when a small plane crashed in Beverly Thursday morning has died after initially surviving the crash, the Essex County District Attorney's Office confirmed Monday. The district attorney's office declined to identify the passenger, who was taken to a hospital after the crash. The plane's pilot — MIT aerospace engineer Geoffrey Andrews — died in the crash. Read more: 'Catastrophic loss': Family mourns pilot killed in Beverly plane crash The plane crash happened on June 19 around 7:45 a.m. near Beverly Regional Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said previously. The plane — a Mooney M20 — came to rest on a roadway next to a utility pole. The plane 'experienced engine issues' after leaving the airport, according to an FAA report about the crash. Andrews tried to fly the plane back to the airport, but it crashed before he could land safely. Read more: GoFundMe collecting funds for wife of pilot killed in Mass. plane crash Andrews' wife is expecting their first child in October, his family said in a statement on Sunday. A GoFundMe campaign is raising money to benefit her and the Andrews' unborn child. The district attorney's office, the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash. No further information has been released. City man arrested on assault and battery with serious injury after altercation last week Overdose deaths of Black Bostonians dropped significantly in 2024. Here's why Dear Gov. Healey: Here's how to make Mass. a manufacturing powerhouse — again Powerball: See the winning numbers in Monday's $128 million drawing Mass. State Police trooper in critical condition after hit-and-run motorcycle crash Read the original article on MassLive.
Daily Mail
24-06-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
Father-to-be, 30, named as victim in Massachusetts plane crash
The victim of a plane crash in Massachusetts has been identified as a young but experienced pilot who was about to become a father. MIT scientist Geoffrey Andrews, 30, was operating a four-seater, single-engine aircraft when it plummeted to the ground just outside of Boston on Thursday. His family named him as the pilot in a GoFundMe page for his pregnant wife - while revealing that he had been her rock after she lost her mother just months before. An unidentified man was also on board the plane, and Andrews' fundraiser said they were praying for the passenger as he remains in a serious condition in hospital. The fundraiser reads: 'Geoffrey's family, friends, and his beloved wife Gentry are devastated and heartbroken at his untimely death Thursday morning when the plane he was piloting crashed shortly after takeoff in Beverly, Massachusetts. 'We thank the investigators who we trust will conduct a thorough investigation into what caused this catastrophic loss of life. 'We also pray for his passenger in the plane and are sending his loved ones strength through this difficult time.' The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed a single-engine Mooney M20F aircraft crashed on Sam Fonzo Drive in Beverly, on the north-east outskirts of Boston. NTSB investigators told a witness reported seeing 'black smoke come from the belly of the plane' before it went down, possibly indicating engine failure. Andrews's wife, Gentry, who is six months pregnant, said she believed his plane 'experienced a serious engine issue' shortly after takeoff from Beverly Airport. She wrote on Instagram: 'Per witnesses in the tower his response was textbook, but the plane still went down and he died on impact. 'Ever the gentleman, he did his best to save the life of his passenger.' Gentry said Andrews had been flying to upstate New York to enjoy one last camping trip before the birth of their baby daughter in three months' time. She wrote: 'He was so excited to become a father and told me so every day.' Andrews's death marks a second tragedy for Gentry, after her mother, Marcia, passed away months before. His family said in their fundraiser that he had been the 'biggest support system' for her. They remembered him as a 'charismatic, beautiful soul who cared deeply for his family and friends and always had a kind word for others'. The fundraiser reads: 'He was so excited about the upcoming birth of their baby. He was almost always seen sporting a bow tie and a smile. 'He loved cooking, baking, nature, was a talented amateur photographer and was oddly passionate about scuba diving. 'He loved music, often played piano, and sang in choirs for much of his life including with Gentry.' Talented: Andrews was a staff scientist at the MIT Lincoln Laboratory and a doctoral graduate of Purdue University and Lehigh University Andrews was also passionate about aerospace engineering and he dreamed of becoming an astronaut one day. His family said he 'loved flying, even moonlighting as a ferry pilot to build hours and experience when he was a graduate student'. The fundraiser adds: 'He flew aerobatics for several years, volunteered as a glider pilot, and was working toward his CFI to be able to teach others about the joy of flight.' Chief John G LeLacheur and Fire Chief Peter K O'Connor said Beverly Police and Fire Departments responded to the crash at around 9am on Thursday. When they arrived, first responders found two people trapped inside the four-seater piston aircraft, which had suffered 'significant damage'. Beverly Police and Fire Departments said in a joint statement: 'The plane appeared to be resting against a utility pole. Two men were inside the plane, a pilot and a passenger.' The statement continued: 'One occupant was pronounced dead on scene, and the other man was transported via medical helicopter to a hospital with serious injuries. 'At this time, there have been no reports of any ground injuries or additional property damage in the area.' Images from the scene showed the plane laying crumpled against a utility pole, across a street surrounded by leafy woodland on either side. It appears to be upright with the wings badly damaged. The main body of the aircraft was partially destroyed by the impact.
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Pilot Killed in Small Plane Crash Was Expecting First Baby with His Wife, Family Says: 'He Was So Excited'
A 30-year-old father-to-be, Geoffrey Andrews, has been identified as the pilot who died in a small plane crash in Massachusetts on Thursday, June 19 The other man on board was critically injured "They were devoted to each other," a relative said of Andrews' relationship with his wifeA 30-year-old man who was expecting his first child died after the small plane he was piloting crashed in Massachusetts. Geoffrey Andrews of Melrose, Mass., has been identified as the pilot of the single-engine plane that crashed near Beverly Regional Airport on the morning of Thursday, June 19, the Essex County District Attorney's Office confirms in a statement shared with PEOPLE. The second man in the plane was hospitalized with serious injuries following the crash, according to CBS News, local outlet WHDH and NBC affiliate WBTS. The crash occurred shortly after the plane took off from the airport, according to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), which is leading the investigation. 'After take off, witnesses reported seeing black smoke from the belly of the aircraft and the pilot reported engine issues to local air traffic control,' the agency said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE. On Thursday afternoon, the NTSB arrived on scene and the plane was recovered so it could be examined further by investigators. Andrews' family said they are 'devastated and heartbroken,' according to a GoFundMe page created by a loved one. 'We thank the investigators who we trust will conduct a thorough investigation into what caused this catastrophic loss of life,' wrote Geoffrey's uncle, who did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment. 'We also pray for his passenger in the plane and are sending his loved ones strength through this difficult time.' Andrews, who dreamed of becoming an astronaut, was a staff scientist at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, and had earned his PhD from Purdue University, according to a message shared on the donation page. He was also a graduate of Lehigh University and had started teaching there as a visiting lecturer. Beyond his work in a laboratory, the young man was excited about flying and was a volunteer glider pilot, flew aerobatics for years and was working on becoming a certified flight instructor. Additionally, family said that his wife is expecting their first child, who's due in October. 'He was so excited about the upcoming birth of their baby,' wrote his uncle, adding that Geoffrey was a 'charismatic, beautiful soul who cared deeply for his family and friends and always had a kind word for others.' Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In an interview with WDHD, his uncle shared more about the couple's connection. 'They are just everything you would hope a young, loving couple would be,' he told the outlet, 'they were devoted to each other.' As if Monday, June 23, over $63,000 has been raised on behalf of his wife. Read the original article on People
New York Post
23-06-2025
- Science
- New York Post
Pilot who died in small plane crash was an MIT scientist expecting his first child
An MIT scientist training to become a flight instructor died when his plane crashed in Massachusetts — just months before he was to become a dad for the first time, according to his family. Geoffrey Andrews, 30, was taking off from Beverly Regional Airport when the four-seater, fixed-wing plane crashed Thursday morning, WBZ news reported. Witnesses at the airport reported seeing a puff of smoke before the plane plummeted to the ground, the NTSB told the outlet. Advertisement 3 MIT scientist and dad-to-be Geoffrey Andrews died during a single-engine plane crash in Massachusetts. Instagram/@geoffreyandrews The smoke may have been an indication of engine failure and 'a gradual left-hand descending turn,' the NTSB said. Andrews was a staff scientist for MIT Lincoln Laboratory and was expecting his first child with his wife, Gentry Andrews, according to a GoFundMe organized for the budding family. Advertisement 'Beyond his love for flight, Geoffrey was a charismatic, beautiful soul who cared deeply for his family and friends and always had a kind word for others. He was so excited about the upcoming birth of their baby,' the statement said. The couple's baby is due in October. The mother-to-be had recently suffered another incredible tragedy — losing her mother, Marcia — according to the statement. 3 Witnesses saw a plume of smoke before the plane crashed shortly after takeoff at Beverly Regional Airport. WCVB Advertisement Andrews had several years of piloting experience, was a visiting lecturer at Lehigh University, and a doctoral graduate at Purdue University, the family said. He 'volunteered as a glider pilot' and was working to become a Certified Flight Instructor to teach others how to fly, according to the statement. 'He was almost always seen sporting a bow tie and a smile. He loved cooking, baking, nature, was a talented amateur photographer, and was oddly passionate about scuba diving. He loved music, often played piano, and sang in choirs for much of his life, including with Gentry,' the statement said. A fundraiser for Gentry and their baby-to-be has raised over $50,000 of its $60,000 goal. Advertisement 3 Andrews was an experienced pilot who was working to become a Certified Flight Instructor. Facebook/Geoffrey Andrews Andrews was enjoying his 'last camping trip that he would have for some time with our baby girl due soon,' Gentry Andrews wrote in an Instagram post. Gentry Andrews said her husband's response to engine trouble was 'textbook,' but the plane still went down, and he 'died on impact,' according to the post. One other unidentified person was critically injured in the crash, WBZ news reported. The cause of the crash is still under investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration, the National Transportation Safety Board, and the Massachusetts State Police Detective Unit assigned to the Office of the District Attorney, according to WCVB. 'We thank the investigators who we trust will conduct a thorough investigation into what caused this catastrophic loss of life,' Andrew's family said in the statement.
