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Reference image: small plane reference aircraft photograph. This shows the same reported aircraft model and is not the accident aircraft or crash scene. Credit: Wikimedia Commons – Matti Blume – CC BY-SA 4.0.
Accident quick facts
Accident date
2026-07-19
Location
Montello, Marquette County, Wisconsin
Aircraft
small plane
People on board
1
Reported injuries
none
Report status
Investigation Ongoing
What happened
On July 19, 2026, a small plane crashed near Montello in Marquette County, Wisconsin. The pilot was the only person on board and was not injured in the accident.
Aircraft and flight information
The aircraft involved was described as a small plane. Specific details about the make, model, or registration have not been released. Flight origin and destination are unknown.
Emergency response
Emergency services responded to the crash site. The pilot was reported to have escaped without injury.
Investigation status
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the accident. The NTSB will lead the investigation and provide updates as available.
What officials and reports have confirmed
A small plane crashed near Montello, Marquette County, Wisconsin on July 19, 2026. [1][2]
The pilot was the only occupant and was not injured. [1]
Accident and investigation timeline
2026-07-19: Small plane crashed near Montello, Wisconsin; pilot uninjured. [1]