2 killed after small plane crashes in remote area of Catalina Island
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Key Points:
- Two people died in a small plane crash on Catalina Island near Divide Road, southwest of Avalon, around 12:30 p.m. Thursday.
- The aircraft involved was an Airplane Factory Sling, and both occupants were pronounced dead at the scene.
- Los Angeles County officials praised first responders for their quick and professional response to the remote crash site.
- The National Transportation Safety Board and FAA have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash.
- Roads and hiking trails in the area, including the Garden to Sky trail, were temporarily closed during the investigation.
