Pilot who crashed near Knik Glacier remains hospitalized in Seattle with severe burns - Anchorage Daily News

Published
May 11, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Knik Glacier, Alaska
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Incident type
Aircraft, Fire, Crash

Summary

Car Crash Knik Glacier Alaska in Knik Glacier, Alaska: Pilot Matt Punt crashed near Knik Glacier, survived with severe burns and injuries, was rescued by pararescuers, and is hospitalized in Seattle. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Matt Punt Named in reporting

Original reporting

Pilot who crashed near Knik Glacier remains hospitalized in Seattle with severe burns - Anchorage Daily News

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