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'Unusual vibration' felt before plane crash that killed Austin tech leader Joshua Baer, NTSB says
By TPR at Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
As the plane approached Laredo, both engines lost power. A pilot asked for a possible field to land in nearby before ultimately crashing on a highway near the airport.
Key takeaway A pilot asked for a possible field to land in nearby before ultimately crashing on a highway near the airport.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The crash of the plane near Laredo, resulting in the death of Austin tech leader Joshua Baer, raises concerns about aviation safety in the region. With San Antonio 's proximity to Laredo, this incident may impact local residents who frequently travel by air to destinations in south Texas. The loss of power in both engines, as reported by the NTSB, is a rare occurrence that warrants further investigation. As the investigation unfolds, San Antonio residents may be watching to see if any changes are made to safety protocols or procedures at local airports. The fact that the pilot was able to request a possible field to land in before the crash suggests that emergency response plans were activated, but the outcome was still tragic. This incident may lead to a review of emergency procedures in place at airports in the San Antonio area, to ensure that similar incidents can be responded to effectively in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? As the plane approached Laredo, both engines lost power. A pilot asked for a possible field to land in nearby before ultimately crashing on a highway near the airport.
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