NTSB, FAA investigating deadly plane crash in Polk County

Published
June 16, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Bartow, Florida
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Incident type
Crash, Aircraft

Summary

Car Crash Bartow Florida in Bartow, Florida: A deadly plane crash occurred Monday night in Polk County, Florida. According to Sheriff Grady Judd, a single-seat aircraft went down near Moore Road on Monday evening after the victim observed a piece coming off the plane, causing it to drop straight down between pine trees. One person was killed in the incident. The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Authority are investigating the cause of the crash.

Original reporting

NTSB, FAA investigating deadly plane crash in Polk County | WFLA

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