Animal rescue pilot and dog die in plane crash (Ever Loved)
A volunteer pilot dedicated to animal rescue died in a plane crash in the Catskill Mountains of New York.
Seuk Kim, 49, was transporting three dogs in his Mooney M20J airplane from Maryland to Albany when the aircraft crashed about 55 km south of its destination.
At the crash site, Kim’s body was found along with one dog already dead and another severely injured, with two broken legs. The third dog, initially missing, was located with minor injuries.
Kim was a volunteer for the organization Pilots N Paws, which mobilizes pilots to transport rescued animals to shelters and homes. Known for his dedication, he had recently transported a rescued dog from a container in Houston.
The injured dogs were taken to veterinary care by local rescue organizations such as Hyer Ground Rescue and Partners for Animal Welfare (PAW).
The weather conditions at the time of the crash included light rain, low visibility, and snow on the ground. Kim reportedly requested a change in altitude due to turbulence before the crash, but it is still unclear whether the weather was a determining factor in the accident. The investigation is being conducted by local and federal authorities, including the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Kim’s friends and family highlighted his passion for flying and his commitment to animal rescue. A fund has been set up to help his family with funeral expenses. Kim is remembered as someone who used his dreams and skills to make a difference, saving lives and giving hope to animals in need.
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