A Steen Skybolt experimental aircraft went down in a field Thursday evening shortly after departing Big Bear Airport, prompting a helicopter airlift and a federal investigation — and raising familiar questions about the challenges of flying in and out of the high-altitude mountain airport.
The Airport District board is set to vote on accepting an FAA grant and applying for a Caltrans match that together would cover 94.5% of the cost of new snow removal equipment, leaving the district on the hook for about $95,000.
A Steen Skybolt experimental aircraft went down in a field east of Big Bear Airport on Thursday evening after its engine stalled on approach, leaving the sole occupant hospitalized with serious injuries.
A single-engine aircraft went down in a field east of the airport Thursday evening, drawing numerous calls to the sheriff's dispatch center and prompting an active investigation.