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Pilot killed in Carlisle Airport crash identified as doctor at Penn State Health
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Key Points:
- The pilot killed in a collision involving a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter has been identified as Dr. Paul Sokoloski, a 57-year-old emergency medicine physician at Penn State Health.
- Sokoloski had an extensive medical career, including roles at Penn State Health, Western Maryland Health System, and as an assistant professor at Penn State College of Medicine, as well as experience as a commercial pilot and flight instructor.
- Colleagues describe Sokoloski as a compassionate and dedicated physician who was deeply loved in his community, with many mourning his unexpected death.
- Penn State Health expressed deep sorrow over his passing and emphasized support for his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.
- An autopsy for Dr. Sokoloski is scheduled for August 25, according to the coroner.
