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Tragic Mid-Air Collision Claims Lives of Student Pilots

7/9/2025

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Tragedy struck near Steinbach, Manitoba, as two student pilots lost their lives in a mid-air collision of Cessna planes during a training exercise. The heartbreaking incident unfolded as they approached for landing, leaving both pilots dead at the scene. The Transportation Safety Board is now investigating, while the flight school has paused operations to provide support.

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Story summary

Tragedy struck near Steinbach, Manitoba, as two student pilots lost their lives in a mid-air collision of Cessna planes during a training exercise. The heartbreaking incident unfolded as they approached for landing, leaving both pilots dead at the scene. The Transportation Safety Board is now investigating, while the flight school has paused operations to provide support.