Man killed after walking into spinning aircraft propeller: police

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Marana, Arizona
Marana Regional Airport
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Incident type
Aircraft

Summary

Aircraft Marana Arizona in Marana, Arizona: Eduardo Hernandez, a 40‐year‐old SkyDive Marana employee from Tucson, was killed after walking into the spinning propeller of a Cessna 208B shortly after it landed at Marana Regional Airport. The aircraft had parked on a ramp when he entered the running propeller, causing his death. Authorities say the incident appears accidental and no foul play is suspected.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Eduardo Hernandez Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Man killed after walking into spinning aircraft propeller: police

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