Two Killed in Small Plane Crash Near Covington, Georgia

A single-engine Rockwell Commander crashed shortly after takeoff from Covington Municipal Airport; authorities are investigating the cause.

The crash occurred late Saturday night, with the plane losing communication approximately 20 minutes after taking off at 11:00 p.m.
The wreckage was discovered in a wooded area just north of the runway at Covington Municipal Airport, located about 35 miles east of Atlanta.
Both individuals on board were pronounced dead at the scene; their identities have not yet been confirmed by authorities.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are conducting an investigation into the incident.
The crash follows a series of recent aviation accidents across the U.S., raising ongoing concerns about flight safety.