Executive Summary
- Christopher Burroughs, 60, identified as the pilot killed in the Provincetown crash.
- The accident occurred at Provincetown Municipal Airport on Sunday.
- District Attorney Robert J. Galibois issued a statement offering condolences for the "devastating accident."
PROVINCETOWN, Mass. — Authorities have identified the pilot killed in a fatal aircraft crash at Provincetown Municipal Airport on Sunday as Christopher Burroughs, 60, of Attleboro, Massachusetts.
According to a statement released by the office of Cape and Islands District Attorney Robert J. Galibois, Burroughs was the sole occupant of the aircraft at the time of the incident. He was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency responders.
District Attorney Galibois characterized the event as a "devastating accident" in an official press release. "His thoughts and condolences are with the victims’ loved ones and family members as they grieve this tragic loss," the statement read.
Investigative Outlook
While the initial identification has been handled by local authorities, aviation accidents of this nature generally trigger a comprehensive federal investigation. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) typically lead inquiries to determine the probable cause, examining factors such as mechanical integrity, pilot history, and environmental conditions to issue safety recommendations and prevent future fatalities.
