A Mitsubishi MU-2B turboprop crashed near Craryville, New York, on April 12, killing a family of six traveling to a holiday gathering. “There was no distress call from the pilot,” NTSB board member Todd Inman said during a Sunday press briefing, adding that air traffic control made multiple unsuccessful attempts to reach the aircraft.

The turboprop had been en route to Columbia County Airport (1B1) when it crashed around midday. Victims were identified by a family statement reported by the BBC as Michael Groff, Joy Saini, their daughter Karenna Groff, her partner James Santoro, their son Jared Groff, and his partner Alexia Couyutas Duarte.

Preliminary details suggest the MU-2B experienced no apparent in-flight breakup. Inman said that its cockpit was fitted with newer (presumably avionics) technology. The family statement, cited by The New York Times, described Michael Groff as an experienced pilot.

Surveillance footage reviewed by investigators showed the airplane intact before ground impact, descending at a high rate. “The aircraft was compressed, buckled, and embedded in the terrain,” Inman noted. He also confirmed that the flight was operating under instrument flight rules. Conditions at the time included overcast skies and rain, but investigators have not confirmed that weather was a factor.

The NTSB’s investigation will examine pilot records, maintenance logs, and operational factors. A final report is expected in 12 to 24 months.