A World War II-era plane crashed along the Tanana River near Fairbanks, Alaska, on Tuesday afternoon. According to the Alaska State Troopers, the plane, a Douglas C-54, was carrying two people at the time of the crash. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed the incident. Emergency responders from local, state, and federal agencies are at the scene, and the public is advised to avoid the area. The FAA is investigating the cause of the crash. This is a developing story, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
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A Douglas DC-4 plane has crashed into the Tanana River shortly after departing from Fairbanks International Airport. The number of passengers on board is currently unknown. Troopers have issued a statement advising the public to avoid the area where the crash occurred. The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration have yet to comment on the incident. This is a developing news story and further updates will be provided as they become available.