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The incident occurred in Dutchess County around 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 5, on Norton Road in Red Hook.
According to the Red Hook Police Department, an initial investigation determined that due to unknown mechanical issues, the engine of a World War I Fokker D.VII caught fire, causing the plane to crash near the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome where the exhibit was taking place.
The pilot and sole occupant, Madison County resident Brian T. Coughlin, age 60, of Cazenovia, was pronounced dead at the scene, said Trooper AJ Hicks of the New York State Police.
Coughlin, a well-known pilot throughout the state, was a longtime board member of the Aerodrome.
The Federal Aviation Administration responded to investigate the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.
The Aerodrome said the Sunday, Oct. 6 air show was canceled.
Assisting at the scene included:
- New York State Police
- Red Hook Fire Department
- Milan Fire Department
- Northern Dutchess Paramedics
This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
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