New Orleans, LA – UPDATE: Pilot Involved In Deadly Plane Crash Identified

New Orleans, LA (August 20, 2019) – The pilot involved in a fatal airplane crash earlier this week in New Orleans has been identified by local authorities. The crash took place on Friday, August 16, just south of the New Orleans Lakefront Airport. The pilot and his passenger were both killed in the crash. 

The pilot has been identified as 69-year-old Franklin Augustus. Augustus was an accomplished pilot,  and his passenger, Nancy Parker, was a well-known New Orleans journalist who was covering his career. Both were pronounced dead at the accident scene.

The cause of the crash is under investigation by local officials. More information will be released as the investigation continues.

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families of Franklin Augustus and Nancy Parker at this time.

New Orleans Airplane Crashes

Small planes can be incredibly dangerous under certain circumstances. Nearly 97 percent of all deaths caused by aviation accidents happen in a small, personal aircraft. On average, there are five severe plane crashes every day, causing about 500 deaths annually.  

These accidents are usually unforeseen situations. A large percentage of plane crashes are due to engine failure or malfunction. Unfortunately, a majority of these accidents result in fatal injuries. 

At Fisher Injury Lawyers, we believe in helping families recover after the loss of a loved one. Our experienced Louisiana wrongful death attorneys have been helping the people of Louisiana for over 26 years. Contact our offices at (225) 766-1234 if you have lost a family member in an unexpected crash. 

Note: To write and construct these stories, we utilize a variety of sources including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accidents. As we are not present on the scene, these accounts may not reflect the reality of the situation or the injuries sustained. If you notice any discrepancies between our content and the accident, please inform our office as soon as possible and we will make the necessary corrections.

Disclaimer: Fisher Injury Lawyers is an involved member of our local community, and as such, our intent is always to improve the lives and safety of those in our community. These accidents are a devastating reality of life in our cities and across our state. Our hearts go out to all those affected by them. We hope that by casting a light on these accidents, we will encourage others to take more care in their daily lives to avoid accidents in the future. These posts are not a solicitation for business, and the information included in them should not be construed as legal or medical advice. If you’ve been involved in an accident, you should contact a qualified attorney to discuss the specifics of your case. We wish the best for all those affected by these accidents. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.