Woman Fatally Struck by Single-Engine Plane on Upstate New York Runway
A woman was fatally struck by a single-engine plane on the runway at Catalano Airfield in upstate New York. The victim was reportedly on the runway taking photographs of the aircraft when the incident occurred.
Lafayette, IN, November 7, 2026 —
A woman has died after being struck by a single-engine plane on the runway at Catalano Airfield in upstate New York.
The incident occurred on the airfield’s runway. Reports indicate the victim was on the runway at the time of the collision, reportedly taking photographs of aircraft. The plane involved was a single-engine aircraft.
The identity of the victim has not been publicly released, and details regarding the specific circumstances of the incident, including the exact date and time, have not been provided. Information about the pilot of the aircraft, the type of aircraft, or any potential investigation into the cause of the accident is also not available at this time.
Catalano Airfield is a general aviation airport located in upstate New York. Such airfields typically accommodate private aircraft and flight training operations.
The circumstances surrounding the woman’s presence on the active runway and the subsequent collision are pending further information. No further details regarding the operational status of the airfield following the incident were immediately available.
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