That’s a shame. You have to wonder about the type of people who would deliberately tag and desecrate the place were two people lost their lives.

@AmericanExplorer

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Every time I see this site explored, there's less of it. I can't imagine souvenir hunting at a place where lives were lost.

@HM-debtfree

3 жыл бұрын

@@AmericanExplorer people have been doing things like this forever,they did it at the theatre where Lincoln was shot even. Taking pieces of the building for a souvenir

@elizabeth1703

3 жыл бұрын

@@HM-debtfree weird....

@TheSCPStudio

3 жыл бұрын

People have lost their lives all over cities and towns yet we renovate and change buildings all the time. It's weird to somehow think you can't alter something because someone died there. Not to mention the people who stumbled upon this most likely haven't heard of the story. Either way, it's not a memorial or anything.

@davidandingem.644

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheSCPStudio A memorial is where people, somebody thinks of those who lost their lives! A left over wreck of a plane is and will be for as long as it is recognizable. Different in populated areas where all traces quickly are removed. I think that is why families make road side memorials. They can bot bear to have their loved ones forgotten! I understand!

This caused a very emotional reaction for me. My daughter is a pilot working on her professional license while in the Army National Guard. I'm so proud of her & know she's a very conscientious pilot, but I still worry about her safety. I pray I never get the call those families did so long ago. Such a chilling reminder of how fragile & brief our time on earth is.

@catherinetelesco2767

3 жыл бұрын

May their souls rest in peace.

@whodatmatt4498

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your daughter's service in the Army National Guard.

@Bobm-kz5gp

3 жыл бұрын

Today’s avionics are so much better, situational awareness is spot on with the displays, terrain avoidance, weather, etc. I’ve been a pilot for 43 years, 11 of those for the Army. The Army’s main hazards now would be flying in combat. Equipment is 100’s of times better than back when I flew for them. She is getting good training.

@danielhawley6817

3 жыл бұрын

this was a reckless pilot, unqualified for the conditions and he had been drinking.

@tetracor

3 жыл бұрын

The beginning of philosophy.

Talk about going above and beyond. I can imagine what that is like seeing in person. Incredible video in every way.

@wesleyadkins7163

3 жыл бұрын

It's definitely a cool site... well worth the trip

@Usafpararescue96

3 жыл бұрын

If only they went above and beyond the mountain instead of slamming into it.

I'm surprised the forest hasn't completely engulfed the wreckage and hidden it from view.

@dawnklug6986

3 жыл бұрын

Scared land, pine forest, frequent visitors tend to keep it cleared of deep vegetation, plus the 6k height helps.

@tomschmidt9923

3 жыл бұрын

& the oil & fuel from plane help

Your comment about how a plane you may ride in could end up in the woods for 20 plus years reminded me of an experience I had. I rode in a helicopter last year. My roommate was training to be a helicopter pilot and flew me around Orange County, Ca for free. It was awesome. Less than a month later, the owner of his flight school took the exact same helicopter I rode in and crashed while doing a routine flight. Everyone died. You can find news segments and articles about it. That one was a little to close for comfort.

The crash was Thanksgivjng Day (so a Thursday), the bodies were found, frozen, on Tuesday, so not immediate located. The pilot, Ernest Martin, 53, whose body was found 150 feet uphill from the wreckage, had not filed a flight plan, although that was required given the weather that day. The passenger, a 42 year old woman named Centa Jarrette whose body was found near the wreckage, was on her way to visit her daughters who were coeds (is that word still used?) at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC. Although the principal wreckage was deserted, the engines were salvaged. The pilot's blood alcohol level was determined to be .04% ... about as high as someone eating a butter rum lifesaver, so probably not the main cause.

@angelachandler8556

3 жыл бұрын

nu

@melynn66

3 жыл бұрын

Why were the engines salvaged? They would have considerable damage If they were developing power at time of impact.

@rkyham

3 жыл бұрын

@@melynn66 the would be taken and disassembled as part of the investigation.

@undergroundunlimited2282

3 жыл бұрын

It appears from the size and angles of the tears on the plane that crash was caused by a combination of the planes’ speed, lack of altitude and the side of the mountain.

@thestrawberryotaku

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe the piolet was good looking

From a viewer's perspective, there is this somber, eerie, type of feeling I get watching videos of yours like this. When you know someone has perished. It goes beyond curiosity and/or exploration, but also touches the heart and soul.

I love these videos especially when you provide the history behind them. I also appreciate your professional approach and respect . Thank you.

Wow, that would have been a difficult, sad recovery effort.

Another great explore, looking forward to this roadtrip. Living in the UK it's great to see the American landscape so vast and breathtaking, will get over the 'pond' one day. I do love your respectful filming methods and the insight behind this sad event. Keep it coming, always look forward to your 'adventures'.

As a commercial pilot I flew a plane very similar to this, a 421B Cessna Golden Eagle for a small coal company. These are great flying airplanes. Sad to see this as a final resting place. Aviation has its risks therefore safety habits must come first. Great hike and video, thanks.

I don't have words for the feelings I would have coming across that. Sad, sorrow it's hard to explain. God Bess your Soul, Rest in Peace Friends. 😪🕯

those mountains aint no joke! lovely part of the country

Very sad story and situation behind this plane...especially the reasons behind it. Ive always found these kind of things very interesting. Great job man! Really enjoyed watching!

So very sad. The somber feeling must be overwhelming. I really hate people are scavenging there and covering it with grafitti. Every time I see someone explore this site there is less of it.

@demonNthesn0w

3 жыл бұрын

Why is the plane there in the first place

@AmericanExplorer

3 жыл бұрын

@@demonNthesn0w It crashed there in 1983. Four people lost their lives there.

@demonNthesn0w

3 жыл бұрын

American Explorer I know that but I thought they taken the wreckage after the report

@AmericanExplorer

3 жыл бұрын

@@demonNthesn0w It would cost more for a salvage company to take it out than it the scrap value would be worth. It would most likely have to be taken out by helicopter.

My oldest daughter was born in 1983. Its hard to believe she would have been an infant when these folks took their final breaths. I hope they didnt have to suffer. Thanks for trekking up thru those woods to show it to us.❤

Very interesting video. On February 2, 1943, a WW II bomber crashed into the side of Peaks of Otter in Bedford, VA. That plane is still there too. The trail is unmarked and I haven't been able to find it yet. I intend to keep going back until I do. Stuff like this is sad but interesting to go see in person. Love this video.

Man, your videos are the best! Thank for taking us along. Rest in peace passengers.

You always find great places to explore, what makes them even better is the resurch that you do with the details of what happened.

Very sad but super glad you showed this to us.

Thank you for yet another interesting (sad) video. You always show such respect in videos where someone lost their life. You are a class act, Chris.

Who hikes that high up just to spray paint a plane?

@johnpatrick9552

3 жыл бұрын

Antifa

@philtripe

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnpatrick9552 In that part of North Carolina? they want to change the name to Trumpville

@whitedesigns1

3 жыл бұрын

@@philtripe You must not know much about Asheville LOL.

@jimmyfaustjr6413

3 жыл бұрын

Losers who need a life

@Mimi-bx8zm

3 жыл бұрын

It really isn't that high. From the parking lot to the crash site is less than 1k elevation gain, and less than 2 miles round trip.

Absolutely liking the start of this road trip. Can't wait to follow along!

Another incredible spot. You put great effort to bring us these and I very much appreciate your outstanding work.

Thank you Chris for showing us this, such a somber yet peaceful feeling. Safe travels. Great video as always. Look forward to your next adventure.

Thanks for sharing these videos, Chris. I know some of them had horrific endings like this one but most of the ones you show are abandoned buildings and such. I’ll be watching the next one. Be safe out there.

You're right. Almost DOESN'T count.

@sharon94503

3 жыл бұрын

Only in horseshoes and hand grenades.

I am surprised the NTSB investigators didn't have the wreck removed as normally would have done; guessing the remote location is a factor and/or the toxicology report was enough for to offically conclude it as pilot error.

@richarddressner639

3 жыл бұрын

Rogent X I was thinking engine failure or lack of fuel. No signs of blackening from a fuel fire, which surely would have been apparent. Sudden loss of engine in a twin might get the pilot’s mind on something other than altitude, but I’m no more than an armchair investigator.

@JungleYT

3 жыл бұрын

@@richarddressner639 Good point... Lack of fuel would result in so little fire damage. Reading the story ( Google: North Carolina Plane crash 1983 ), it sounded like the pilot was over-confident - Bad weather, not filing flight plan. Could've easily forgotten to fuel it up?

Keep them coming! Always enjoy your work.

It's amazing that there isn't much over grown weeds or bushes. I can't believe how much of the plane is still there all these years later ! I am so glad I stumbled across your video. I live in Rhode island and saw the one you just did with my all time favorite person Lamont you two would make a great team ! Well best of luck to you and your new adventures 😊

@Blox117

2 жыл бұрын

weeds and bushes typically overgrow areas where humans have cleared already because there is no competition. in a forest, the trees block sunlight and take nutrients.

Good find Chris. Thanks for showing it to us. Safe travels buddy.

Appreciate your respect and compassion shown in your videos.

It's a shame to see that plane rotting in the woods. Looks like it's not the easiest place to get to to remove it. That wreckage is as old as I am. 😥 Thank you for getting in there to show us.

I actually visited the plane crash in the smokies last weekend. And I pay respect to the daughters who had to go through their fathers death😢.

Yes! Another cool place to add for my future road trip. If it wasn't for your videos I wouldn't know about any of the awesome places in the US. This crash site makes 91 saved places I want to visit

This was an incredibly interesting video. Thank you for making it. Have a safe trip.

You always do a fantastic job doing all of your videos.

I stayed at the home of a couple in Colorado who lived near a airplane crash site that killed 14 people. in the rugged mountains of Colorado. They had taken a piece of the crashed plane, a piece melted by the heat of the fire after the crash and hung it on their wall. I always thought that removing parts of the plane was a desecration of the death site. This plane crash happened in the 1950’s. Apparently the plane flew into the side of the mountain. Perhaps fog was a factor. My husband helped remove bodies from a plane crash in the Sierra mountains near Lake Tahoe in the 1970s. The removal of the bodies was solemn and respectful of the dead. I can’t believe people think it’s cool to desecrate a place where lives were lost. Souvenir hunters should not be taking pieces of the plane or spraying stuff on the plane.

@dezznutz3743

10 ай бұрын

Its very disrespectful. Colorado is full of California transplants so the lack of respect is par for the course

Thank you for showing history . I was in my twenties when that happened. Today i am in my sixties and home bound. Love watching your videos.

I just love your videos man..Never know what to expect

Another fine find and show Chris. Love em. Keep them coming and be safe. J

Awesome vid! Was awesome to have to background on the plane and why it crashed good stuff

I came here from his johnstown flood video of the flood that happened 131 years ago, I never even heard of it until now. Go watch that one if you haven't yet. If you like history, you will love that video!

Go see the train wreck scene from "The Fugitive" in nearby Dillsboro!

I live only eighty miles from Asheville and did not know the wreckage of that plane was still on the mountain. I remember the crash being on the news. It is so surreal to see it. Thank you for showing it. And to the idiots who have to "tag" everything shame on you. Why write your name on something that this? Two people lost their life and you want to deface it...shame on you. Thank you for this video.

This channel is better than TV

Awwww, you were in my neck of the woods! I'm about 45 miles East of Asheville! Great video! I love your content and narratives. Thank you Chris.

Another great ,informative,video.Look foward to more upcoming!👍🏼

Thanks for sharing

Wow it’s such a beautiful state! Awesome video 😊

Just came across your channel bro🤙🏼perfect vibe for these videos

Your videos are super interesting. Would love to see more of these explorations!

"It's very old, it's been here a long time." Born in 1983 - it's not *that* old 😭😭

Hi Chris, I agree it definitely has that overwhelming sadness about it, I do think it was incredibly stupid of the pilot to drink and then attempt to fly though. Thanks for sharing, have a safe trip. xx💖🤘

@MobileInstinct

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sue

@SueGirling68

3 жыл бұрын

@@MobileInstinct 💖

The story goes that on November 24, 1983, a Cessna 414 was flying from West Chicago to the Jackson County Airport here in the NC mountains. It crashed a little before 6pm at about 6,000 feet. Neither the pilot nor passenger survived. The cause of the crash was determined to be a combination of weather conditions/poor visibility and alcohol (the pilot’s blood alcohol level was 0.04%). I don’t think a flight plan was filed…which means the pilot may have just been flying by sight and ducking under clouds. The plane could have made it over the mountain if it had just been about 150 feet higher.

@dezznutz3743

10 ай бұрын

Do you not understand that a BAC of .04% is like 2 beers, maybe 3? Thats not drunk.

Thanks for sharing your sad feelings!

Chris, stay safe and 👍🏼 , very enjoyable and may the deceased RIP !

Well done mate you sound like a honest person and sincere , good luck in your adventures.

Great post , and awsum camera work . A nice and steady hand and no '' STUPID MUSIC '' . Just the sounds of nature and a great commentator . Keep up the good work . Very interesting ............................

Really cool video!! Thank you for sharing!!

Awesome, *respectful* video. ⚘

Hope you come to Historic Northern Nevada and poke around Chris. Thanks for sharing buddy! 🤟

Awesome job on this exploration!

My father's high school friend and his wife died in a plane crash hitting the side of a mountain due to weather (very foggy). They were from NC.

This is so interesting. Great video!!

This channel is really underrated man.. You deserving more subscribers... ❤

Wow that place looks very eerie!🤯 very cool video!

I live in Asheville 💔 very sad. Love your channel 💕

Your channel has great content and it is well-presented.

Cool! Thanks for showing us!

I really like your videos, especially the murder mysteries! I am in NC and didn’t know about this one, and I am in the aviation industry! if you ever do one here in NC, the Fritz Kenner (Bitter Blood) story would be a good video, a lot of intrigue. Keep up the good work! Cheers!

It isn't there anymore, but there used to be a plane that had crashed into a house just sitting out there, somewhere in the middle of the state. I passed it years ago, several times. It was mind blowing, just a plane sticking out of a house. I think they left it there because the investigation was still listed as open for about two or three years.

You make wonderful videos!!

Fantastic explore. Very sad to see but a great film. Thanks for sharing. Paul in Lower Boddington UK

Next time you're in Asheville, please check out Biltmore. What a great place to visit, especially at Christmas time.

@crazykev6491

3 жыл бұрын

The train wreck from The Fugitive is still around there as of 1994.

@Marcel_Audubon

3 жыл бұрын

when Biltmore is abandoned, Chris will be there to document!!

@2003marauder

3 жыл бұрын

@@Marcel_Audubon Of course. I should have known!

@freedomfan4272

2 жыл бұрын

I have lived near Asheville for my entire life thus far almost 34yrs and I've never been to Biltmore. I was born and raised in Hendersonville. I have never Ben to Dollywood either which seems to be a popular place for locals to vacation too

I can't believe the wreckage is still there. You would have thought it would have been collected for an investigation it something.

@CarburetorThompson

3 жыл бұрын

Things deep in the woods are really hard to get out without proper roads especially on mountains, only exception I know is when a B-52 bomber crashed in the wilderness in Maine the us government removed it before soviet spies could find it.

@daviddavis3389

Жыл бұрын

Chris, did they die on impact of the horrid crash? Could this have been a suicide attempt, to set up an insurance claim for family?....I've always enjoyed watching plane crash videos when Nobody survives..I know it sounds morbid and weird, but I guess that's why Im so intrigued by other short stories about plane accidents/ crashed on KZread as well...keep em coming folks.

The name "Chancellor" on the side of the plane indicates that this was a post 1976 model.

@masonmatvich2610

2 жыл бұрын

correct. Registration number N6223C. I believe the aircraft had only about 73 hrs on it

Another fine job by this man well documented I love what you do . you bring history to everyone .

Thanks for sharing, I haven't hiked to any plane crashes, but I have been to other sites such as the Kinzua Bridge. They always seem humbling.

I would say probably one of the best explanations I would think on why the stuff is down the Hill , could be over the years rainwater washes down the mountain. Most of the pieces from the plane are relatively light and could have been carried down there. It also looks like there could have been quite a few visitors before and over the years, chances are they could have been brought from the original location. I love your videos and how respectful and knowledgeable you are. Keep up the great work! Maybe someday, when I'm not pregnant and you're in Pennsylvania again, you might like some help.

If you follow the debris field down the hill you will notice all the broken trees pointing towards the fuselage lodge. My guess would be the pilot was trying to "pull up" and was not able to climb high enough to clear the peak. Really sad, but enjoyed your exploration!

@ladymaiden2308

3 жыл бұрын

Aha.

Very cool video. Love that view and seeing the crash site. Also GO TRIBE!

A beautiful view at the beginning. I can't wait to see what you get into on this trip.

Your a total RAWK STAWR my daughter and I watch a lot this #5 on the NC keep up the awesome work the set up And the delivery is perfect keep your captivated and educated through the whole thing and we love learning new cool stuff thanks again for doing this

Wow, that plane looks fascinating. Good content as always! 😄

Great video thank you for showing respect to the passengers

Welcome to WNC! It's nice to see you in our backyard!

The Cessna 414 was a nice plane but it did have some quirks that could get you in trouble fast. Mix alcohol in and you have instant disaster. Not much left of her now.

@Houndini

3 жыл бұрын

I know where 2- 414's crashed like 20 to 30 miles apart almost 1 year apart. I think last crash only needed 2 more days it been 1 year apart. 1 pilot body was never found but he laid up there for like 6 years. Very isolated area.

Great video my friend I will be following you on your journey. May we stay safe and enjoy every minute and every mile. I do know those feelings and emotions you spoke of. My friend and I went to metal detect a crash site that occured in 1978. There were no survivors. We went in determined and excited but once we start digging parts of the plane, the mode changed for us both. Like you, I also felt that sadness and felt overwhelmed. We were both unearthing parts of the aircraft to include a control gage. After about 45 minutes there, I dug the face and half the band of a man's wrist watch about 7 inches down. On the back of the watch, it is engraved...HRM 9/19/73. I don't know why to this day but I suddenly began to cry. We worked that site for right around 2 1/2 hours in the winter of 2018 and plan to go back this coming winter but I have that watch find and I often think what it would feel like to find that person's loved ones and turn that watch over to them. I imagine it would also be emotional for us all. Good luck to you my friend and stay safe.

@dawnklug6986

3 жыл бұрын

If you know the flight information, you can get the manifest and try locating any loved ones of that passenger

@dezznutz3743

10 ай бұрын

So youre grave robbing? Dude.

Glad to watch your videos very Interesting. Love it

Very interesting. Thanks for the video 👍😃

New Sub, from Lamont at Large. Thanks for uploading this video.

Thank you for the video.

Probably hit the trees and spun

Thank you for the reply. Its so sad to see.

That was an amazing view and the plane was a cool find too, Thanks for the adventure!!!

Great vid dude, but sad story thanx.

This is in Jackson county NC, it’s called water rock nob, it’s about 45 min away from Asheville

Thanks, Chris!

Very eerie! So sad that two people didn't make it. This wreck site needs to be given the respect it deserves! Tagging a crashed plane is as disrespectful as desecrating someone's gravestone!